Xalapa (2014)

About this game

Game description from the publisher: In Xalapa, the mystical oracle reveals the criteria that have to be met for each challenge. Once those criteria been settled, all the players immediately try to find the right spaces on their boards as fast as they can. The quickest player who doesn't fall into disfavor with the oracle can win the game after seven rounds.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 1 to 6. It has a designed solo mode.
• Rules load. At 2.4/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.