PARKS*

PARKS is a visually stunning board game that celebrates the beauty and splendor of U.S. National Parks. With artwork from Fifty-Nine Parks, this game offers players a unique blend of strategy and adventure as they embark on a journey through nature.

Gameplay Overview

  • Roles: Players take on the role of hikers exploring different trails across the U.S. National Parks.
  • Seasonal Trails: The game is played over four seasons, each representing a different hiking trail.
  • Collecting Memories: As players hike the trails, they collect memories, depicted as resource tokens like mountains, forests, and wildlife.
  • Visiting National Parks: Players trade sets of these memories to visit National Parks, earning points.
  • Dynamic Trails: The trails, made up of tiles, change each season, presenting new challenges and opportunities.
  • Resource Management: Players must efficiently gather and use resources to balance between building their capabilities and visiting parks.
  • Special Abilities: Utilizing campfires, canteens, and gear provides strategic advantages and greater access to resources.

Special Features

  • Evolving Game Board: The shifting trails for each season ensure a dynamic and ever-changing game experience.
  • Stunning Artwork: The game features beautiful illustrations of U.S. National Parks, enhancing the thematic experience.
  • Strategic Depth: Players are challenged with making tactical decisions about resource allocation and timing of park visits.
  • Accessible Gameplay: While offering strategic depth, the game rules are accessible for players of various skill levels.
  • Engaging Theme: The theme of hiking and exploring National Parks is well integrated into the gameplay, offering a unique and thematic experience.

Conclusion

PARKS is a beautifully crafted game that takes players on a memorable journey through America's National Parks. It combines strategic resource management with an immersive theme, offering an engaging and visually pleasing experience. Whether strategizing over resource collection or marveling at the art of the parks, this game is sure to delight nature lovers and board game enthusiasts alike.

Nominated for 10 awards and won 2.

  • 1 - 5 Players
  • 30 - 60 Minutes
  • 10+ years old
  • Easy to learn

We like PARKS so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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