Gutenberg

2021 · BGG

Avg rating

7.30

Bayes rating

6.44

Weight

2.73 (Medium)

Players

1-4

Playtime

2 hr

Ratings count

2,422

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Description

Gutenberg is a board game for 1-4 people in which players will play as the pioneers of printing in the 15th century. By carrying out orders, they will build their wealth and fame. By improving their printing workshops and gaining the support of patrons, they will develop their production capacity. The game will be won by a printer who boasts the greatest recognition and wealth.

By bidding for specific actions, players will develop their workshop, acquire new fonts, inks and decorations. The unique system of rotating gears allows you to combine bonuses and earn a large number of points.

The game is won by the player with the most points after six rounds.



Mechanics

Auction / Bidding Contracts Open Drafting Simultaneous Action Selection Solo / Solitaire Game Turn Order: Progressive Variable Player Powers Worker Placement

Themes

Industry / Manufacturing

Publishers

Atalia Boardgame Mall Granna HUCH! Ingenio Games Portal Games

Designers

Katarzyna Cioch Wojciech Wiśniewski