Above and Below

Build a village above, explore a storybook world below

👥 2–4⏱ 90 min

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Vibe's take

Whimsical, narrative, charming, relaxed

Who it's for

Players who want more narrative in their euro games. The underground adventures add a sense of wonder that pure optimization games lack.

Not for you if…

Skip if you want pure strategy — the narrative elements add randomness. The stories can feel repetitive after many plays.

2–4 players

7.1/10BGG #414(17k ratings)· 2015

About this game

Hybrid village-building and storytelling game where you develop a settlement on the surface while sending villagers on choose-your-own-adventure expeditions underground. Balance resource management above with narrative encounters below for a blend of euro mechanics and storybook charm.