Tikal

A game by Michael Kiesling, Wolfgang Kramer

2 - 4 Players 90 minutes Medium

Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Auction/Bidding, Events, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Kill Steal, Layering, Map Addition, Modular Board, Set Collection, Tile Placement, Victory Points as a Resource

Adventure, Ancient, Exploration, Territory Building

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Tikal is a game of adventure and exploration, where 2 to 4 players embark on a journey through the Central American jungles in search of lost temples and hidden treasures. As players send their team of explorers into the jungle, the terrain is gradually uncovered, revealing temples that need to be excavated and treasures to be discovered. The goal is to score points by occupying temples and holding onto treasure, all while navigating the challenges of the jungle. With its modular board and tile placement mechanics, each game of Tikal is unique, offering a fresh experience every time. Designed by Michael Kiesling and Wolfgang Kramer, this 1999 game has become a classic, with a playtime of 90 minutes and a level of complexity that's easy to learn for fans of board games. Get ready to uncover the secrets of the jungle and emerge victorious in this exciting game of exploration and territory building.