
Five Boroughs
A board game by Ryan Courtney
1 - 6 Players 45 - 60 minutes Low
Tile Placement
City Building
Friends and Communities with Five Boroughs
Description
Five Boroughs is a breezy city‑building showdown where you and up to five friends (or even solo) scramble to stitch together the most vibrant New York‑style metropolis in just 45‑60 minutes. Designed by Ryan Courtney, the game leans on simple‑to‑grab tile‑placement mechanics that feel like laying down a puzzle while you’re also scheming to out‑grow your rivals. Each turn you drop a new district tile, connect streets, parks, and skyscrapers, and watch your borough blossom into a bustling neighborhood. The rules are light enough to teach in a minute, but the strategic choices keep the tension humming as you decide whether to expand, block an opponent, or claim the best scoring combos. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or a board‑game newbie, Five Boroughs delivers fast‑paced fun, plenty of laughs, and that satisfying feeling of watching your city rise from a handful of tiles.

