# Zooloretto: Kiwi

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 1.75 / 5
- **Designers**: Michael Schacht
- **Artists**: Design/Main
- **Publishers**: ABACUSSPIELE
- **Categories**: Animals, Expansion for Base-game
- **Mechanics**: Set Collection, Tile Placement

## Verdict
If you love Zooloretto and want a tiny twist without extra hassle, Kiwi fits the bill.Adds strategic decisionSimple rule to applyLow component costImpact limited to one tileBenefit only if you finish enclosure firstRECOMMENDED

## Description
Zooloretto: Kiwi arrives as a bite‑size boost for fans of the original zoo‑management classic. The expansion adds a single tile – a cute kiwi – but introduces a rule that spices up the game. The core goal stays the same: fill animal enclosures and earn coins at the end, yet now the first player to complete a six‑space enclosure claims the kiwi as a bonus. The kiwi’s owner may, once per game, spend a coin to reshuffle all tiles on the delivery trucks, swapping the usual action for a strategic rearrangement. This can open new placement opportunities or block opponents, but it costs a coin that might otherwise score points. At final scoring, any coin sitting on the kiwi space is ignored, so the emphasis is on securing the animal before the game ends. Because the expansion uses Zooloretto’s standard rules, there’s no learning curve: just drop the tile onto the board, remember the payment rule, and you’re set. The extra component is tiny, yet its strategic impact can be noticeable, especially in 4‑ or 5‑player games where the race for enclosures is tighter. Playtime stays around 45 minutes, and the complexity remains low (weight 1.75/5), making it ideal for families and casual groups who enjoy a light competitive twist. In short, Kiwi adds a fresh decision point without complicating the experience, perfect for players wanting a quick refresh without a massive expansion.

## FAQ
### How many players can use the expansion?
It works with the base game's range of 2 to 5 players.

### Does the game take longer with the Kiwi tile?
Average play time stays around 45 minutes, as the extra rule is quick.

### Do I need the base Zooloretto to play Kiwi?
Yes, Kiwi is a supplement; the base game is required.

### Can the kiwi tile be used more than once per game?
No, the tile is placed once and the bonus only applies to the player who first fills the enclosure.

### Does the coin spent to reshuffle count for scoring?
No, the coin used for the reshuffle is not counted in the final scoring.

### Does the expansion add any components besides the kiwi tile?
No, the kit only includes the kiwi tile; all other pieces come from the base game.

### Is it suitable for children?
With a weight of 1.75/5 and simple rules, the expansion is family‑friendly and works well with kids.