Yak
2022
Design1.8/10
Interaction6.0/10
Artistry10.0/10
Strategy5.0/10
Complexity2.0/10

Yak

Trade goods for stones, build the tallest tower, and adapt to changing weather.
2022 • 2–4
Average rating
4.02
Players
2–4
Avg time
45 min
Age
8+
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Description

In Yak, players compete to construct the tallest stone tower to guide merchants through the Himalayas. Players trade food to merchants in exchange for stones, strategically building their towers by acquiring different stone types. Each turn, a yak arrives, bringing new opportunities to gather resources or build.

However, the unpredictable mountain weather can throw a wrench into your plans. Fog stones introduce unexpected challenges, shifting the flow of the game and forcing players to adapt their strategies. With a shared resource market and dynamic yak movement, every decision impacts your opponents, creating a blend of careful planning and opportunistic plays as you strive to reach the greatest height.

Categories
Abstract Strategy, City Building, Economic
Mechanics
Pattern Building, Set Collection, Trading, Variable Player Powers