Golem
2022
Design1.6/10
Interaction3.6/10
Artistry5.0/10
Strategy9.0/10
Complexity9.5/10
Golem
Craft golems, manage resources, and control your creations to earn points and avoid chaos.
2022 • 1–4
Average rating
4.02
Players
1–4
Avg time
120 min
Age
14+
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Description
In Golem, you embody a scholar in Prague during the Age of Reason, striving to master the art of creating and controlling these powerful clay automatons steeped in Jewish mythology. Each round, you'll carefully draft actions and strategically place your workers to gather essential resources, craft golems, and advance your understanding of Kabbalistic knowledge. Be mindful, however, as golems left unchecked can grow too powerful, wreaking havoc on the city and forcing you to dismantle them.
The heart of the game lies in balancing the creation and control of your golems. Completing contracts and moving your golems through the city earns you valuable points, but neglecting your students' education will lead to chaos. Efficiently managing your resources, optimizing your actions, and carefully planning your golem's movements are crucial to mastering this intricate and rewarding strategic challenge.
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Categories
Mythology, Abstract Strategy, Age of Reason, City Building, Economic, Medieval
Mechanics
Contracts, Track Movement, Worker Placement, Action Drafting, Action Points, Set Collection, Variable Player Powers
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