Carpe Diem

Carpe Diem is a strategic tile-placement board game where players work to build the most prosperous Roman city by collecting resources, completing projects, and managing their land. The game is set in ancient Rome, and players must make smart decisions to gain the most victory points by the end of the game. Carpe Diem is all about timing, resource management, and strategic planning.

General Information:

• Title: Carpe Diem
• Publisher: Hans im Glück
• Players: 2-4
• Age: 10+
• Duration: 45-60 minutes

Game Overview:

In Carpe Diem, players take on the role of Roman citizens who are competing to develop the best city. The game is played over multiple rounds where players take turns selecting tiles that represent different areas of their city, such as fields, baths, and markets. These tiles help build their city and earn resources. Players need to manage their land carefully and complete projects in order to earn points.

The game’s core mechanics include tile placement, resource management, and set collection, with each tile giving specific bonuses or abilities. Players also need to keep an eye on the emperor's favor, as it influences how points are scored at the end of each round.

Key Features:

• Tile Placement: Players select and place tiles to build their city and gain resources.
• Resource Management: Collect and manage resources to complete projects and gain points.
• Strategy: Plan ahead and make strategic decisions based on the tiles available and the emperor’s favor.
• Multiple Paths to Victory: Players can win by completing various types of projects and achieving different objectives.

Carpe Diem is a beautifully designed game that blends resource management with strategic decision-making, offering a rich and rewarding experience for fans of tile-placement and strategy games.