Fractie

A game by Hans Ludo van Mierlo, Meindert Vrolijk

2 - 4 Players 60 minutes Low

Card Drafting, Pattern Recognition, Set Collection, Tile Placement

Political

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Description

Fractie is a classic board game from 1980 that's all about building and navigating the complex world of government factions. Designed by Hans Ludo van Mierlo and Meindert Vrolijk, this game is easy to learn but challenging to master, making it perfect for 2 to 4 players looking for a fun and strategic experience. In Fractie, you'll start by picking 7 tiles from a pool of 150, each representing a person in the government. These tiles are numbered from A1 to J15, and by placing at least two adjacent tiles, you'll create a faction that can help you achieve your goals. As you place tiles and build your factions, you'll need to think strategically about how to grow your influence and outmaneuver your opponents. When two factions are adjacent, the smaller one is absorbed by the larger one, and voting is held to determine which program points are implemented or cancelled. The player with the biggest factions has the most chance of succeeding, but you can also gain extra points by collecting cards or adding tiles to your existing factions. With a playtime of around 60 minutes, Fractie is a great choice for a game night or afternoon with friends, and its unique blend of card drafting, pattern recognition, set collection, and tile placement mechanics will keep you engaged and entertained from start to finish.