Our Verdict
If you love quick strategy and city-building with a humorous animal twist, this game is for you!
Highlights
- Easy 4x4 grids
- Buildings score in unique ways
- Player elimination adds tension
Keep in mind
- Simple rules, but requires focus
- No extra pieces, all on the grid
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Tiny Towns places you in the role of mayor of a hidden forest village, where survival hinges on smart planning and efficient use of resources. Instead of large boards, the game uses a simple 4x4 grid, but it brings plenty of strategy: each square can hold resource cubes that, when arranged in specific patterns, build unique structures. Each building type scores in its own way, so placing each cube correctly is everything. The “Follow” mechanic forces you to watch other players’ moves, as some actions depend on the order cubes are placed. Player elimination occurs when someone runs out of options, raising the stakes in the final rounds. The game ends when no more moves are possible; empty squares are worth -1 point, so grid coverage is essential. Tiny Towns blends city‑building, pattern‑building, and end‑game bonuses into a compact, accessible package. The pace is quick, 45‑60 minutes, with a gentle learning curve, making it great for both beginners and veterans seeking a logic challenge in a few minutes. If you enjoy abstract strategy with a humorous animal twist, you’ll have a blast!
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Rules videos
Learn by watching before you open the box
In English
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How To Play - Tiny Towns
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Board Game Bakes: How to make Tiny Towns cookies!
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Come Play With E! Tiny Towns Edition
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Peaky Boardgamer Episode #123 - Tiny Towns - Full rules explanation (English)
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Tiny Towns - board game tutorial by JustLetTerenceExplainIt
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Tiny Towns Board Game | Full Solo Playthrough | Learn to Play
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Tiny Towns: How to Play by AYCB
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How to Play - Tiny Towns
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How to play Tiny Towns by Alderac Entertainment Group (AEG)
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Quick and Complete: Tiny Towns!
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Tiny Towns - SETUP (Using the Game Rulebook) - Using My Invented Product TI’TAINS (Patent Pend)
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Tiny Towns - Using TI’TAINS to Display the BUILDING CARDS Upright, for Reference, throughout Game
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Alderac Entertainment Group, All In Games, Arrakis Games, Broadway Toys LTD, CMON Global Limited, Fractal Juegos, GaGa Games, Galápagos Jogos, Hid Konem (Хід Конем), Korea Boardgames, Lanlalen, Lord of Boards, Lucky Duck Games, Pegasus Spiele, Raven Distribution, Reflexshop, Rexhry, White Goblin Games, 株式会社ケンビル (KenBill)
Designer
Peter McPherson
Artist
Gong Studios, Matt Paquette & Co.
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
36,795owners
6,024wishlist
494want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime of Tiny Towns?
Between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on player experience.
What is the recommended age?
Recommended for ages 10 and up, but can be played with younger kids with supervision.
Does the game work well as a solo experience?
Yes, Tiny Towns has solitaire rules that let you play alone and test strategies.
What components are included?
A 4x4 grid, wooden resource cubes, and wooden pieces representing buildings.
How steep is the learning curve?
Very gentle; rules are simple, but strategic depth grows with practice.
Are there any official expansions?
No official expansions, but the community has created casual variants.
Is the game suitable for larger groups?
Yes, it works well for 1 to 6 players, though dynamics shift with more participants.
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