How many players is Papillon?

Papillon plays with 2–4 players, ages 14 and up.

How long does Papillon take to play?

A game of Papillon takes 30–45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Papillon any good?

Papillon rates 6.8/10 from 391 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / animals game built around area majority / influence, auction/bidding, card drafting.

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Papillon (2020)

2–4 players · 30–45 min · age 14+ · ★ 6.8 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 30–45 min
Age: 14+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.8/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 14+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30–45 min.

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About Papillon

Make a fun garden and attract butterflies to your flowers better than your friends!

Abstract Strategy Animals

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Auction/Bidding, Card Drafting, Tile Placement, Turn Order: Auction · Designer: J.B. Howell

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Papillon FAQ

How many players is Papillon?: Papillon plays with 2–4 players, ages 14 and up.
How long does Papillon take to play?: A game of Papillon takes 30–45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Papillon any good?: Papillon rates 6.8/10 from 391 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / animals game built around area majority / influence, auction/bidding, card drafting.