Tiny Epic Western
Poker meets worker placement in a Wild West boomtown where bluffing wins the best spots.
Who it's for
You like worker placement and a hint of bluffing, and enjoy a Wild West theme. Best with four players, when the bluffing gets lively.
Not for you if…
You dislike poker rules or bluffing. The hand rankings need some memory, and luck can sway a round.
Vibe's take
Cheeky and tense. You place your posse, squint at the poker hands and try to guess who is bluffing. It feels a bit like a saloon table with a plan.
About this game
Tiny Epic Western pitches itself as poker meets worker placement, and it is as odd and fun as that sounds. Boomtowns are laid out in a circle, and each round poker cards are dealt between the locations. You place posse members on location cards, which gives you an action and counts as a bid for valuable resources. You also hold a poker card of your own that combines with the two neighbouring cards to form a hand, so bluffing and reading rivals pay off. Law, Money and Force are the influence you chase, and claiming buildings unlocks strong abilities. It fits in a small box, plays solo or with up to four, and feels like a western with a bit of a swagger.
Get it
Mechanics
By the numbers
Players
Duration
30–45 min
Ages 14+
Complexity
2.9 / 5 — MediumBGG Rating
6.2/10
Rank #2,288
4.5k ratings
Published
2016
Language
Moderate text
Designed by
Scott Almes
Published by
Devir, Gamelyn Games
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