Board game, Makehay

Makehay


  A board game by Gavin Birnbaum

 2-4 Players   30-45 minutes   Low 

  Programmed Movement

  Farming

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Description

Picture a sunny farmyard where everyone’s got a handful of tools and a whole lot of ambition. In Makehay you and up to three friends become cheeky farmhands racing to plant, water, and harvest the biggest, most impressive haystack the countryside has ever seen. The magic? You program your worker’s moves ahead of time, laying down a tiny sequence of actions that then play out like a well‑timed dance. It’s the perfect blend of simple strategy and satisfying “aha!” moments, and you’ll be laughing at the inevitable chaos when two of you try to claim the same patch of fertile soil. Designed by Gavin Birnbaum and hitting shelves in 2020, Makehay is built for quick‑fire sessions that wrap up in about half an hour to three‑quarters of an hour, making it ideal for game nights, family gatherings, or a quick break between chores. The rules are so easy to pick up that you’ll be sowing, reaping, and swapping tactics in minutes, yet the programmed‑movement mechanic keeps every round fresh and unpredictable. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just looking for a light, quirky competition, this farming‑themed showdown delivers plenty of laughs, a dash of cunning, and a whole lot of hay‑making fun.