Azul

Craft intricate tile mosaics, balancing strategy and creativity in a beautiful clash of colorful patterns.

Premise

In Azul, players become artisans, tasked with decorating the walls of the Royal Palace of Evora with stunning tile mosaics. The game combines strategic tile drafting with an elegant design, creating a visually appealing and mentally engaging experience. As players strive to maximize points through clever pattern-building and set collection, Azul's accessible yet deep gameplay ensures a delightful journey into the world of vibrant patterns and intricate tile placement.

Highlights

• Strategic Tile Drafting: Azul's core mechanic involves selecting tiles strategically to build intricate patterns on player boards.

• Elegant and Accessible Design: The game's simple rules and elegant design make it accessible to all players while offering strategic depth.

• Beautiful Components: Azul's tactile and visually stunning components, including vibrant tiles and player boards, enhance the overall gaming experience.

• Dynamic Player Interaction: With limited tiles available, players must adapt their strategies based on opponents' choices, introducing a dynamic layer of player interaction.

Themes

Alhambra     Portugal

Main Game Mechanics

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Read the Rules

Read the Core Game Rulebook - Click Here To Read

Recommended Videos

How to Game with Becca Scott
About 7 Minutes Long

Extras Included with Our Copy
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Notes On North Street Games Library Copy
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Recommended Links

Click here to read much more about the game on its BoardGameGeek page.

Year Released: 2017
Designer(s):  Michael Kiesling
Artist(s):  Philippe Guérin, Chris Quilliams