Machi (2008)

About this game

A small taste of Race for the Galaxy in medieval Japan, where each player must build and grow his village. To do this players have two types of cards, buildings and villagers. The game lasts eight years after which the player with the most points wins.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 3 to 5.
• Rules load. At 2.2/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 10 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.