# Ulm

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #1620
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 45-75 min
- **Weight**: 2.70 / 5
- **Designers**: Günter Burkhardt
- **Artists**: Michael Menzel
- **Publishers**: DV Games, HUCH!, R&R Games, Sharp Games, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
- **Categories**: Medieval, Renaissance
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Bias, Set Collection, Slide / Push, Victory Points as a Resource

## Verdict
If you enjoy light strategy with a historic vibe, Ulm offers fun around the cathedral.Simple, quick ruleBeautiful detailed mapNice blend of mechanicsGames may run longInfluence can dominateRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ulm drops players into the bustling free imperial city at the dawn of the 16th century, when trade, art and the soaring cathedral dominate urban life. The game runs for ten rounds; each turn you place an action tile in the Cathedral area and carry out its three linked actions, causing the tower to rise steadily. As the cathedral climbs, you spread influence across neighborhoods, collect sets of goods—wood, wine, salt, textiles—and court the guilds and patricians that control the market. Area Majority/Influence mechanics make you vie for control of strategic zones, while bias gives an edge to players already entrenched. The Slide/Push mechanic shifts tiles along tracks, creating push‑chains that can flip the board’s balance. Victory points act as a resource: you may spend them to buy extra actions or improve your standing, adding an economic planning layer. The goal is straightforward—score more victory points than opponents before the tenth round, when the cathedral is finished—but reaching it requires juggling commerce, construction, and political alliances. With high‑quality components, a detailed city map, and easy‑to‑learn rules, Ulm offers a strategic experience that blends history and market dynamics without feeling heavy.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.

### What is the playing time?
Typically 45–75 minutes, depending on player count.

### How complex is the game?
BGG weight 2.7/5 – easy to learn, with strategic depth.

### What components are included?
City board, action tiles, resource tokens, influence markers, and a modular cathedral tower.

### Who is the game best suited for?
Fans of medieval/renaissance themes and area‑control/set‑collection mechanics.

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