Apiary
Send spacefaring bees to work before they hibernate forever
👥 1–5 players⏱ approx. 90 min🪄 Takes some learning12+
🧩 Solo mode★ 7.2 · BGG #324
Who it's for
Worker placement fans who want a fresh twist on the genre. The bee-lifecycle mechanic makes every placement decision matter.
Not for you if…
Skip if the whimsical theme puts you off or you want heavy, cutthroat competition.
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Vibe's take
Charming, strategic, puzzly, satisfying
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About this game
Worker placement game set in a distant future where spacefaring bees build hives and explore the galaxy. Workers age through a lifecycle — young bees are strong, old bees hibernate — adding a temporal dimension to every placement decision.
Worker aging mechanicSpace bees themeSolo modeStonemaier Games
Get it
By the numbers
Players
Best at 3 playersWorks with 1–5
Duration
60–90 min
Ages 12+
Complexity
3.0 / 5 — MediumBGG Rating
7.2/10
Rank #324
9.5k ratings
Published
2023
Language
Moderate text
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