Tikal

1999 · BGG

Avg rating

7.32

Bayes rating

7.12

Weight

2.78 (Medium)

Players

2-4

Playtime

1 hr 30 min

Ratings count

20,729

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Description

Tikal is a game of exploration within the Central American jungles in search of lost temples and the treasures within. Players send their team of explorers into the jungle, exposing more and more of the terrain. Along the way, you find temples that require further uncovering and treasures. Players attempt to score points for occupying temples and holding onto treasure.

Tikal is the first game of the Mask Trilogy.

Sequel:

 Tikal II: The Lost Temple




Mechanics

Action Points Area Majority / Influence Auction / Bidding Grid Movement Hexagon Grid Layering Map Addition Modular Board Set Collection Tile Placement Victory Points as a Resource

Themes

Theme Archaeology / Paleontology

Publishers

ABACUSSPIELE CMON Global Limited Conclave Editora DV Games Egmont Polska Gém Klub Kft. Hobby Game Mall Keep Exploring Games Maldito Games Ravensburger Rio Grande Games Siam Board Games Super Meeple YOKA Games Zvezda

Designers

Michael Kiesling Wolfgang Kramer