Welcome To...: Winter Wonderland Thematic Neighborhood

Deep Water Games · Board game · 2019
7.5 Ludopedia 7.6 BGG 1–100 · best 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Solo 25 min Weight 1.9/5
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7.5 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Fans of Christmas themes and neighborhood building will love this expansion!

Highlights
  • Lights that score points
  • New contracts and patterns
  • Solo or mass play
Keep in mind
  • Simple rules, but requires focus
  • Not the base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Welcome To…: Winter Wonderland – Thematic Neighborhood is the expansion that brings a Christmas vibe to your beloved neighborhood. Imagine each house you build in numeric order gets twinkling lights that connect, forming chains that score at the end of the game. The goal remains simple: build the most beautiful and profitable neighborhood, but the festive decoration adds an extra layer of strategy. Each pack includes three city plan cards that bring new scoring rules and challenges. Bingo mechanics kick in when you try to complete patterns on your cards; meanwhile, contracts give you clear objectives to fulfill. The game keeps the Paper-and-Pencil style, where you jot down choices and scores on paper, keeping everything tidy. Pattern Building helps optimize the placement of houses to maximize light chains, while Simultaneous Action Selection keeps the tension high as everyone chooses actions at once. If you enjoy solo play, the Solitaire version offers a calm challenge, and it can even be played with up to 100 players, making it a great holiday gift. In short, Winter Wonderland is a festive expansion that blends neighborhood building, pattern scoring, and a Christmas spirit that brightens any table.

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Game details

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Families

Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Holidays: Christmas Mechanism: Flip-and-Write Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Series: Alexis Solo Mode Series: Welcome To ...
Publisher Deep Water Games
Designer Benoit Turpin
Artist Anne Heidsieck

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How long does a game last with this expansion?
A game lasts around 25 minutes, similar to the base game, though it can vary slightly depending on the number of players.
How many players can play simultaneously?
You can play from 1 to 100 players, making it perfect for parties or large gatherings.
What are the main mechanics added?
Bingo, contracts, pattern building, simultaneous action selection, and classic Paper-and-Pencil.
Do I need extra components beyond the base game?
Yes, the expansion comes with three city plan cards, light tokens, and a set of additional rules.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes, the rules are simple and the bingo mechanic eases the learning curve, though pattern building may require some planning.
Can I play this expansion solo?
Yes, there is a solo variant that keeps the experience smooth and fun.
What’s the overall vibe of the game?
It’s festive with a Christmas theme, but it retains the strategic and collaborative tone of the base game.