2020 · Abstract Strategy

Santorini: New York

Players take the roles of early 20th-century builders racing to raise Manhattan’s skyline. Each turn a player moves one of two workers and then builds, aiming to climb to the third level while controlling the Statue of Liberty token to claim victory. Gameplay centers on a hand of Role Cards that alter movement, building, and initiative. Players simultaneously choose and reveal a Role Card each round; the lowest number acts first and the highest-numbered player holds the Statue of Liberty and alone can win that turn. Cards are spent as used and new ones are dealt, creating shifting tactics and a changing “one vs. many” dynamic. The box includes multiple Role Card sets and sculpted skyscraper pieces to vary setups and replay options.

groupPlayers

2–5 best 3

schedulePlaying time

15–30 min

cakeAge

8+

psychologyComplexity

1.9 / 5