Perch
2024
Design1.9/10
Interaction8.5/10
Artistry8.3/10
Strategy5.2/10
Complexity3.2/10

What do these ratings say about Perch?

What kind of game is Perch?

Perch is a mechanics-first experience where clean rules and systems lead the table. Expect focused gameplay with less emphasis on story or theme.

How interactive is Perch?

Perch features meaningful player interaction, with decisions that regularly affect the rest of the table. Competition, and table awareness are important throughout the game.

What is the presentation of Perch like?

The art, setting, and presentation in Perch create a strong table presence. Aesthetics are a major appeal for this game.

How strategic is Perch?

Perch sits in a middle lane where planning matters, but you can still adapt on the fly. It offers strategic decisions without demanding exhaustive optimization every turn.

How hard is Perch to learn?

Perch has moderate complexity, combining approachable core rules with enough depth to stay interesting. Most groups can learn it in a session and grow into stronger play over time.

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Perch

Command birds, control locations, and outmaneuver opponents to score the most points.
2024 • 2–5
Average rating
3.84
Players
2–5
Avg time
30 min
Age
14+

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Overview

In Perch, players fight for control of locations by commanding birds of their own and other players' flocks. Earn points and command woodland creatures by having the most birds on a location, pushing your foes off the perch, and breaking ties to take the lead.

Each round, players add their birds into a shared bag. Players then draw birds of their own, and other players take turns stacking birds on location tiles. Each location tile will award variable points for majorities and sometimes grant players a unique ability. The game ends after five rounds, and the player who has earned the most points wins.

With a modular tile configuration and a variety of woodland creatures to control, each game will present a new tactical challenge.

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  • Inside Up Games
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