Santorini: New York

Santorini: New York puts players in the shoes of ambitious builders in a vibrant recreation of New York City during the early 20th century. In this strategic game for 2 to 5 players, you control two workers who move around Manhattan, erecting buildings and competing to be the first to stand out in the urban skyline. Each turn, you'll carry out a move and a construction, while tactics and astute decisions shape the course of the game. The Role Cards add a layer of strategy, allowing you to influence your turn in unexpected ways. With five Role Cards in hand, you'll choose one to play each round, with the order of initiative depending on the value printed on the cards. Your aim is to be the first to build up to the third floor, but don't forget that conquering the Statue of Liberty is crucial to securing victory. The simultaneous revelation of the Paper Cards creates an exciting dynamic, where players fight to be the first to act, while the player with the highest number becomes the Statue's spokesperson, intensifying the competition in an 'all against 1' format each round. With 14 sets of Role Cards available, each match promises a unique experience, as only 4 cards are used per game. In addition, the set includes 6 customized sculptures of iconic skyscrapers that marked the architecture of the turn of the century, adding a special touch to your table. Get ready to build, compete and conquer in Santorini: New York!

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

The main objective of the game Santorini: New York is to be the first player to place their character on top of a complete building, which consists of three floors and a roof. During the game, participants represent iconic New York construction workers, moving their characters and building structures around the city, using their characters' unique powers to outwit opponents and strategically block their advances, in a race to conquer the top of the buildings before their rivals.

Tips for playing

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Santorini: New York:

• Observe your opponents' victory conditions. This allows you to anticipate their moves and prepare effective defenses.
• Use building and movement actions strategically to block your opponents' progress.
• Concentrate on controlling the top of the buildings, as this represents a significant advantage.
• Make good use of the characters' special abilities, adapting your strategy according to the circumstances.
• Never underestimate the value of preventing an opponent's immediate victory, even if it means sacrificing it later on.
• Plan your moves in advance, thinking about future blocking and expansion opportunities.

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GAME mechanics

• Players with Different Skills - In Santorini: New York, each player chooses a character with unique abilities that can influence building strategy and movement. These special abilities allow players to perform actions that others cannot, providing gameplay variation and encouraging different tactical approaches.
• Movement in Grids - The board is divided into a grid where players move their pieces. Each piece can move to an adjacent space, horizontally or vertically. Careful planning of moves is essential to block opponents or advance your own strategy.
• Race - The aim of the game is to be the first to reach the top of a three-storey building. This racing mechanic generates tension and urgency, as players compete to reach this position before others, using their skills and moves optimally.
• Grid with Squares - The game board is made up of a grid of squares that define where buildings can be made and pieces can move. Each square represents a space where players can build or move, directly influencing interaction and strategy.
• Three-dimensional movement - In addition to moving along the grid, players build buildings up to three levels high. Pieces can move up or down levels, with some restrictions based on the height of the buildings. This additional dimension adds complexity to area control and strategic positioning.
• Shift Order: Role or Action Type - The order of turns can be influenced by the actions taken or roles assumed by the players. This mechanic can alter the traditional dynamics of turns, allowing for greater flexibility or risk at crucial moments in the game.
• Hand Management - Players have cards that represent actions or abilities that can be activated during the match. Managing these cards effectively is crucial to maximizing opportunities and defending against opponents' strategies, adding a layer of strategy to the movement and building mechanics.

Game components

See all the items in the game below Santorini: New York:

• A New York City board
• An icon of the Statue of Liberty
• 10 worker figures
• 85 skill cards (70mm x 120mm)
• 14 auxiliary cards (70mm x 127mm)
• 64 construction parts
• 10 building roofs
• 6 towers
• 5 participant cards (70mm x 120mm)

Additional Information

• Ludopedia link: https://ludopedia.com.br/jogo/santorini-new-york
• Link Tabletopia:
• Amazon Brazil link: Comprar Santorini: New York
• Amazon USA link: Comprar Santorini: New York

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