The Gardens
Card Game

The Gardens

Sydney's Royal Botanic Garden holds a special place in the hearts of locals. World renowned for its location, beauty, and historical and scientific significance, each of its 29 hectares are not only stunning, but a calming retreat from the city's streets.

1–4 players45 minages 10light difficulty
About the game

What is The Gardens

Sydney's Royal Botanic Garden holds a special place in the hearts of locals. World renowned for its location, beauty, and historical and scientific significance, each of its 29 hectares are not only stunning, but a calming retreat from the city's streets.

In The Gardens, players draft cards depicting different features of the Gardens, using them to build their own portion of it in front of themselves. Players then score points based on what their visitors see as they walk past the Gardens' various flower beds, ponds, native trees, and statues. The tableau you build will have three rows — waterside, grass, and cityside — and you add one card a turn until the area is filled.

The game is accessible and simple to learn, yet offers strategic choices. Its included modules add variability and depth for experienced players, with landmarks such as the Opera House and Harbour Bridge that players can gain for extra points or special abilities, so join the picnickers, joggers, lorikeets, and bin chickens, and enjoy your day in the beautiful Botanic gardens.

-description from publisher

Specs

Game details

Players
1–4
Age
+10
Duration
45 min
Difficulty
Light
Type
Board game
Year
2022
Mechanics
Modular Board · Open Drafting · Point to Point Movement
Categories
Card Game
Designer
Brett J. Gilbert · Matthew Dunstan
Publisher
Grail Games · Hobby World · Magellan · SD Games
Images

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Everything about The Gardens

How many players is The Gardens for?

The Gardens plays with 1–4 players.

How long does a game take?

A game takes about 45 minutes.

What age is it suitable for?

It is recommended from age 10.

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