Waldmeister (1994)

About this game

Game of forest management, nurturing seedlings into trees, reducing pollution, managing money. Extremely clever card mechanic. Seasons change, six types of trees take damage and generate income, animals move into your forest. Don't let the theme fool you -- there's lots to think about here.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 4.
• Rules load. At 2.3/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.