Run a Prohibition-era speakeasy, smuggle liquor, book jazz legends, and out-hustle rival clubs for New York's most coveted reputation.
Who it's for
Fans of tight worker-placement games who enjoy a strong theme – Jazz Age smuggling, gangster deals, and celebrity chasing all layered onto the mechanics.
Not for you if…
If you dislike worker-placement games where every action gets contested, this will feel tense rather than relaxing – there's little room to just do your own thing.
Vibe's take
Sharp-elbowed worker placement – every round you're racing rivals for the same handful of actions, with the criminal underworld always one wrong move away.
1923 Cotton Club puts you in charge of a Harlem speakeasy during Prohibition, smuggling liquor and booking talent to build the hottest jazz club in New York. Over six rounds, you'll place workers to strike deals with gangsters, secure loans, and lure celebrities through your doors. Reputation is everything – the club with the most prestige at the end wins.
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Players
Duration
45–60 min
Ages 8+
Complexity
2.1 / 5 — LightBGG Rating
6.0/10
Rank #3,044
935 ratings
Published
2021