Bid for city lots, fit polyomino buildings, and out-prestige rival architects.
Who it's for
Fans of tile-fitting and auction games who want a tight, three-round economic contest for two to four players.
Not for you if…
Skip it if Dutch auctions frustrate you, or if you'd rather avoid the pressure of committing to bids before knowing exactly what you'll build.
Vibe's take
Brisk and calculating – Dutch auctions create real pressure to commit before someone else claims the plot you need.
Foundations of Metropolis has players competing over three rounds to become the city's greatest architect, buying deeds to empty lots and constructing polyomino buildings on them. Bigger, more complex buildings demand more lots but yield greater prestige, and the player with the most prestige is crowned Grand Architect.
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Players
Duration
60 min
Ages 8+
Complexity
2.0 / 5 — LightBGG Rating
6.5/10
Rank #1,310
2.2k ratings
Published
2024