Through the Desert: Bazaar

Allplay · Board game · 2024
2–5 · best 3 45 min Weight 2.3/5
10.0 rating Ludopedia
7.3 rating BGG
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10.0 rating Ludopedia
7.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you already enjoy *Through the Desert* and want to spice up your games, *Bazaar* is the perfect choice! It brings new features that maintain the game's essence, but with extra challenges.

Highlights
  • Adds great replayability
  • Flexible modules
  • New strategies
  • Maintains original elegance
  • Challenges for veterans
Keep in mind
  • Requires base game
  • May increase playtime
  • More rules to learn
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About the game
Get ready for an even more exciting journey through the desert with *Through the Desert: Bazaar*, the modular expansion that promises to add extra spice to the classic camel-placement game! If you're already a fan of the base game, you'll love how this expansion introduces strategic twists without messing with the elegance we already know. You can add a single new element for a subtle change, or combine all four for a complete and challenging experience, perfect for those who have already mastered the desert.

With *Rival Nomads*, each game becomes a unique adventure. A deck of Nomad cards will reveal very specific and intriguing scoring conditions, forcing you to be a master of adaptation and change your strategy with each new revelation. The *Djinns* bring a touch of magic and mischief: by visiting oases, you might awaken these playful spirits, who use their powers to make crossing the desert a bit more difficult for everyone. It's an extra challenge for those who enjoy a good obstacle!

*Special Watering Holes* offer a crucial advantage: by taking a camel piece, you gain the chance to place an extra piece on the board. In a game where every move counts, this additional action can be the difference between victory and defeat. And, of course, the *Bazaar* couldn't be missing! Trade is the soul of the desert, and here, buying a commercial good alone is worthless. But if you manage to form a pair of goods and find someone to trade with, that translates into ten valuable points! Furthermore, the expansion allows you to create lucrative trade routes linking desert bazaars to distant villages, adding a layer of route planning and connections. *Through the Desert: Bazaar* is the dose of novelty you needed to revisit this classic with fresh eyes!
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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter
Publisher Allplay
Designer Reiner Knizia
Artist Daniel Profiri, Hien Le
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players does Through the Desert: Bazaar support?
This expansion supports 2 to 5 players, just like the base game. It's perfect for a gathering of friends or a two-player challenge.
What is the average playtime with the expansion?
A game with the expansion typically lasts between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on the number of modules you decide to include and your familiarity with the new rules.
Is the base game Through the Desert required to play Bazaar?
Yes, *Through the Desert: Bazaar* is an expansion and requires the *Through the Desert* base game to be played. It adds elements and rules but is not a standalone game.
Does the expansion significantly increase the game's complexity?
It adds strategic layers and new rules, but in a modular way. You can introduce one module at a time to get accustomed, or use all of them for a more complex challenge, without overwhelming the experience.
What are the main new components the expansion brings?
The expansion includes Nomad cards, Djinn pieces, markers for Special Watering Holes, and Bazaar pieces, plus new trade tokens for routes and the market.
What type of player is Through the Desert: Bazaar best suited for?
It's ideal for players who already enjoy *Through the Desert* and are looking for more depth, variety, and new strategic challenges. If you like abstract games with planning and indirect interaction, you'll love it!