Courtisans

Courtisans places you in the cutthroat world of a royal court, where influence is everything and rivals will stop at nothing to claim favour. Designer Romaric Galonnier has crafted a quick-playing set collection game that balances strategic planning with direct interaction—expect to build your power base while undermining your opponents' carefully laid plans.

Over 20 to 30 minutes, 2 to 5 players compete to assemble the most valuable sets of courtiers, vying for end-game bonuses that reward clever combinations. The take-that mechanics ensure no one's position is safe: just when you think you've secured a winning tableau, a rival might disrupt your entire strategy. Noëmie Chevalier's artwork brings the opulent court to life, making every card feel like a miniature portrait of intrigue.

With a low complexity rating of 1.3 and an age recommendation of 8+, Courtisans welcomes newer players while offering enough tactical depth to keep experienced gamers engaged. The blend of accessible rules and meaningful decisions makes it ideal for family game nights or as a sharp filler between longer sessions. Published in 2024 by Catch Up Games, it has already earned a solid 7.3 rating on BoardGameGeek.

This game uses the following core mechanisms:

End Game BonusesSet CollectionTake That

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