7.4
rating
Ludopedia
7.3
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BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy light espionage and economic choices, Vienna will hook you from the first round.
Highlights
- Exciting simultaneous strategy
- Modular board variety
- Versatile cards
- Speculation market
Keep in mind
- Steep rule learning curve
- Some complex mechanics
- Playtime can stretch
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Set in 1950s Vienna, you head a non‑governmental secret agency in a race to capture whistle‑blowers holding valuable intel on culture, administration, religion, nobility and science. Each player controls a team of agents moving through city districts, sending them to key buildings to enclose neighboring squares and ensure the informants meet you. Multi‑use cards let agents perform various actions – move, spy, gather commodities or block opponents – and all choices are made simultaneously, creating that "what will the other player do?" tension.
The board is modular, so the layout of neighborhoods shifts each game, forcing you to rebuild your strategy every time. Meanwhile, the commodity market works like speculation: buying cheap and selling when values rise can net extra points. An action queue requires you to plan your sequence of moves, yet you must still adapt to opponents' selections. Collecting sets of information and managing your hand of cards are crucial to close contracts and dominate Vienna. The game blends espionage suspense with economic decisions, in 30‑90 minute sessions perfect for 2‑4 players who enjoy light strategy and high replayability.
The board is modular, so the layout of neighborhoods shifts each game, forcing you to rebuild your strategy every time. Meanwhile, the commodity market works like speculation: buying cheap and selling when values rise can net extra points. An action queue requires you to plan your sequence of moves, yet you must still adapt to opponents' selections. Collecting sets of information and managing your hand of cards are crucial to close contracts and dominate Vienna. The game blends espionage suspense with economic decisions, in 30‑90 minute sessions perfect for 2‑4 players who enjoy light strategy and high replayability.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Queen Games
Designer
Stefan Feld
Artist
Lukas Siegmon
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
2 to 4 players.
What is the playing time?
Between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on player count and familiarity with the rules.
How complex is the game?
Weight 3.0/5 – moderate rules with some mechanics that need attention, but easy to pick up.
What components are included?
Modular board, multi‑use cards, agent markers, commodity pieces, information tokens, and square‑control markers.
Who is the game best suited for?
Fans of light strategic play, espionage themes, and Stefan Feld enthusiasts who appreciate high replay value.
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