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rating
Ludopedia
6.7
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy a quick solo challenge and own the base game Ugly Gryphon Inn, this expansion adds another layer of strategy and fun chaos!
Highlights
- Expands the base game
- Engaging solo challenge
- Quick, simple rules
Keep in mind
- Requires base game
- Can be chaotic
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Check out this rather peculiar expansion for Ugly Gryphon Inn! You know that moment when you're carrying a tray full of pint glasses and think, "Wow, I need some help!"? Well, that's pretty much how things kick off here. In 'Innployees', you'll need to hire staff to lend you a hand at the inn. Each round, you can bring a new helper onto the team, but be careful: each one has their quirks, and these can cause quite a bit of chaos at the bar, especially with the rowdy patrons already there.
When you hire an employee, you flip their card and deal with the quirks that will interact with the current patrons, triggering effects that can be... interesting. After things settle down and the new hire is integrated, every time you bring a new patron to the inn, you'll have to resolve that employee's special action. These actions are unique to each one, and after they're used, the employee's card is discarded. The ultimate goal is to ensure all three employees are hired and their abilities resolved by the end of the game. It's a solo challenge that demands planning and a bit of luck to handle the unexpected twists!
When you hire an employee, you flip their card and deal with the quirks that will interact with the current patrons, triggering effects that can be... interesting. After things settle down and the new hire is integrated, every time you bring a new patron to the inn, you'll have to resolve that employee's special action. These actions are unique to each one, and after they're used, the employee's card is discarded. The ultimate goal is to ensure all three employees are hired and their abilities resolved by the end of the game. It's a solo challenge that demands planning and a bit of luck to handle the unexpected twists!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Button Shy, Banana Games
Designer
Scott Almes
Artist
Ardhialh
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the Ugly Gryphon Inn base game to play this expansion?
Yes, 'Innployees' is an expansion and requires the base game 'Ugly Gryphon Inn' to be played.
How many players can play?
This expansion is designed for one player (solo).
How long does a game session take?
A game session lasts about 20 minutes, making it quite quick.
Does the complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The complexity remains low, but the need to manage employee effects adds a new tactical layer.
What are the main components?
The expansion adds employee cards that interact with the base game cards.
Is this expansion worthwhile for those who already own the base game?
If you enjoy solo games and like the theme of Ugly Gryphon Inn, yes, it offers a new experience and challenge.
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