Istanbul
Race through the bazaar, manage your assistants, and collect rubies first
Who it's for
Mid-weight euro fans who enjoy spatial puzzles with resource conversion. Great for groups of 3-4 who want a strategic game that wraps up in an hour.
Not for you if…
Players wanting deep long-term strategy may find the race format too simple. The movement puzzle can frustrate those who prefer straightforward action selection.
Vibe's take
Brisk, competitive, spatial, satisfying
About this game
Istanbul is a race through a bustling bazaar where your merchant and assistants move across a modular grid of locations. Drop off and pick up assistants strategically to take actions, collect goods, and be the first to gather enough rubies to win.
Get it
from €21
Mechanics
Categories
By the numbers
Players
Duration
40–60 min
Ages 10+
Complexity
2.6 / 5 — MediumBGG Rating
7.4/10
Rank #189
34k ratings
Published
2014
Designed by
Rüdiger Dorn
Published by
Piatnik Distribution, White Goblin Games, Asterion Press, Lex Games, Hobby Japan, Matagot, Alderac Entertainment Group, Hobby World, Portal Games, 2 Pionki, Pegasus Spiele, Albi, Grow Jogos e Brinquedos, Devir, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
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