How many players is The City?

The City plays with 2–5 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does The City take to play?

A game of The City takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is The City any good?

The City rates 6.5/10 from 2,140 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / city building game built around hand management, simultaneous action selection.

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The City (2011)

2–5 players · 30 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.5 on BGG

Players: 2–5
Play time: 30 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.5/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 10+ who like card game games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About The City

Construct offices, freeways, monuments, and malls as you race to build a modern city.

Card Game City Building

Mechanics: Hand Management, Simultaneous Action Selection · Designer: Thomas Lehmann

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The City FAQ

How many players is The City?: The City plays with 2–5 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does The City take to play?: A game of The City takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is The City any good?: The City rates 6.5/10 from 2,140 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / city building game built around hand management, simultaneous action selection.