Kingdom Builder is not a game to suit every taste, but I think everyone is vital that since different preferences. And thus everyone should decide for himself (and his spins round) if this game is the right thing (if the title game of the year does justice was indeed discussed already many; I think there are reasons why the jury decided for this game). One reason could be the relatively simple and fast to be explained rules:
Before the game first four of the eight fixtures are selected and combined into a large Schedule (By choosing thus created other output landscapes repeatedly). Different landscapes and places are now displayed on the map. In addition, three cards are placed face up at the beginning; these are the winning conditions for this game (also here pass through the many cards and a wide variety on offer). When a player on the train is, a card is drawn. On the particular type of terrain (which the card indicates) the player must then build three of his homes. The rule of growing applies to existing settlements. (Exception: First round, or if it is not possible to grow). There are also special tiles that come during the game to use it and the players allow certain actions (eg build additional homes, move) perform. Seen in the gameplay is so very simple and quick to learn, but hard to master (it must always different strategies are applied in order to win). We noticed when playing that especially the location tiles are an important element, because through them the player additional settlements from his supply (depending on the type of the plate) can lie down on the pitch.
The extension provides for a (as it usually is so common ;-)) first additional material for a fifth player. In addition, will be four additional fixtures that come with a new type of landscape. For these fields, there are nomads who are spread out and each time allow players in the game several additional actions. In other smaller changes (including new districts, scoring cards) come through the extension more options into play.
Overall, the materials in the game quality (thick cardboard, wooden houses, etc.) and may be one reason for the still very high price. (From Game ago but there are some that are cheaper and give more). In addition, the cards are beautifully illustrated (especially the flower meadow has done to my feminine appearance). Here, however, takes the same function of the bundle offered here: Play with extension for a few percent less than the single purchase. Who already knows Kingdom Builder and the likes can without problems draw also equal to this bundle, because as you save quite a bit if you sooner or later the extension anyway buys. Who is not yet familiar with, should try the game best to start somewhere, so even to be able to decide if it is worth the money.
