# Topiary

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: #3716
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 15-30 min
- **Weight**: 1.79 / 5
- **Designers**: Danny Devine
- **Artists**: Danny Devine, Jeff Oglesby
- **Publishers**: Fever Games, (Web published), Aurora, Edgard Games, Korea Boardgames, Mandoo Games, Renegade Game Studios
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Puzzle, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Tile Placement

## Verdict
Topiary is perfect for those who enjoy quick vision challenges and strategic planning.Smart hand managementVisually appealingShort, accessible gameplayRequires careful attention to detailScoring can be unpredictableRECOMMENDED

## Description
Topiary is a 15 to 30-minute game that places you in the shoes of a topiary gardener, trying to position your visitors along the garden’s edge for the best possible view. The board is a 5x5 grid, and each player receives a set of tiles representing visitors. On each turn, you choose a tile from your hand and place it in an empty spot on the edge. The fun rule is that when a visitor looks straight ahead, they can see the nearest topiary sculpture and any larger ones behind them in the same line of sight. If you line up several sculptures of the same type in a single line of sight, you earn bonus points. The game blends hand management—deciding which visitor to place each turn—with tile placement, as the exact spot matters to maximize visibility. The aesthetic is charming: the board resembles a zen garden, and the tiles have soft colors reminiscent of stones and leaves. Though the mechanics are simple, the decision of where to place each tile creates tension and strategy. It works well for 2 to 4 players and is great for those who enjoy quick logic challenges and forward-thinking planning. If you love games that require thinking a step ahead and drawing visual strategies, Topiary will surprise you with its elegance and simplicity.

The game has minimal components—just wooden or plastic tiles and a board—making it perfect for quick sessions or as a “puzzle” in a break. Final scoring is based on who achieved the best view and who made the most sculpture combinations. In short, Topiary is an abstract strategy game that blends visual fun and spatial reasoning into a compact, accessible format.

## FAQ
### How long does a typical game of Topiary last?
Between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on the number of players and their familiarity with the game.

### How many players can play?
2 to 4 players. With 3 or 4 players, the competition for edge spots becomes even more intense.

### Is the game complex?
No, the mechanics are simple: pick a tile from your hand and place it on the edge. Strategy comes from choosing who to place where.

### What are the main components?
A 5x5 board, visitor tiles in distinct colors, and topiary tiles for scoring.

### Who is Topiary recommended for?
Great for fans of abstract strategy, visual puzzles, and quick games, whether with family or friends.

### How does scoring work?
You earn points for each visitor with the best view and for combinations of the same type of sculpture in the same line of sight.

### Does the game have a theme?
Yes, the theme is gardening, with a visual style reminiscent of a zen garden and pieces evoking stones and leaves.

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