Amygdala

A game by Michael Kiesling, Wolfgang Kramer

2 - 4 Players 60 - 90 minutes Medium

Area Majority / Influence, Pattern Building, Set Collection, Tile Placement

Abstract Strategy

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Description

Get ready to tap into your emotions with Amygdala, a thrilling abstract strategy game designed by the renowned Michael Kiesling and Wolfgang Kramer. In this game, 2 to 4 players compete to control different regions of the brain, each associated with a distinct emotion. As you collect and store emotional resources in your memory bank, you'll unlock emotions from your mind and place them on the main game board. The goal is to create networks of like emotions, connecting emotion tiles to score points and outmaneuver your opponents. With a playtime of 60 to 90 minutes, Amygdala offers a deeply engaging experience that's easy to learn, even for those familiar with board games. The game's normal complexity makes it accessible to a wide range of players, while its unique mechanics - including area majority, pattern building, set collection, and tile placement - ensure a challenging and exciting experience. As you vie for control of each region, remember that the player with the most emotions in each area can score big points at the end of the game, but only if they've managed to unlock and place a claim tile. With its innovative gameplay and emotional twist, Amygdala is a must-play for fans of abstract strategy games, and its 2023 release makes it a fresh and exciting addition to any gaming collection.