Welcome To...*

Welcome To... is a unique, dice-less roll-and-write game where players take on the role of 1950s American architects, aiming to design and construct the most prosperous suburban neighborhood.

Gameplay Overview

  • Theme: Architectural design in the 1950s United States.
  • Mechanics: Roll-and-write style gameplay without the use of dice.
  • Card Flipping: Players flip cards from three piles to create sets of actions and house numbers.
  • Building Process:
    • Use numbers to fill houses on your street in numerical order.
    • Select actions to enhance the value of estates, build parks and pools for points.
  • Options for Modification: Players can modify or duplicate house numbers through specific actions.
  • Goals: Race to complete public objectives for additional points.
  • Simultaneous Play: The communal nature of actions allows for simultaneous gameplay, accommodating large groups.
  • Variability: Different strategies and randomized action sets ensure a unique experience in each game.

Conclusion

Welcome To... offers a fresh take on the roll-and-write genre, emphasizing strategic planning and resource management. Its innovative use of card flipping instead of dice rolling adds an element of predictability and control, allowing players to focus on strategy development. The game's theme of suburban development in the 1950s is charmingly nostalgic and well-integrated into the gameplay mechanics. This game is perfect for players looking for a strategic, yet accessible and family-friendly game that supports a wide range of player counts without extending playtime. The varied strategies and replayability make Welcome To... a standout choice for game nights and casual gaming sessions.

Nominated for 12 awards and won 2.

  • 1 - 100 Players
  • 25 Minutes
  • 10+ years old
  • Easy to learn

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Welcome To...

  • YouTube Review for the game "Welcome To..." by Shut Up & Sit Down
    Video is in English
  • YouTube Review for the game "Welcome To..." by BoardGameGeek
    Video is in English

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