# Underwood

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Andrea Mainini, Remo Conzadori
- **Artists**: Antje Stephan, Claus Stephan
- **Publishers**: dlp games
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Hexagon Grid, Variable Set-up

## Verdict
A fast-paced-fungal battle for territory-lovers!Quick and snappy gameplayEngaging area majority mechanicsGreat-looking-organic themeVery short play sessionsHigh-interaction-can-be-intenseRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for a silent but fierce battle beneath the forest floor! In Underwood, you step into the mysterious world of fungi, taking control of a mycelium network fighting for survival. Your goal is to expand your fungal empire by placing mushroom tiles and claiming territory across a hexagonal grid. By dominating specific areas, you'll secure the majority needed to rack up victory points.

However, expansion comes with a cost. Overgrowing an opponent's mycelia isn's free; you'll have to pay them compensation, adding a layer of tactical calculation to every move. The game is highly dynamic, with a variable setup that keeps every session fresh. The tension peaks when a player can no longer expand—whether they've run out of tokens or have been strategically boxed in by rivals—triggering the end of the game. Underwood is a tight, fast-paced area-control game that blends beautiful natural themes with cutthroat-lite-strategy. It's perfect for players who love quick-fire-tactical-contests and the satisfying feeling of spreading your influence across a map!

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
Very fast! Expect around 20-30 minutes per session.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all. It's easy to pick up and get straight into the action.

### How many players?
It's designed for 2 to 4 players.

### Is there a lot of conflict?
Yes,-it's an area-control game, so expect some-territory disputes!

### Is it good for families?
Absolutely, it's a great light-strategy game for families and gamers alike.