Positano^*

Positano is a family game for 1 to 4 players where you build resorts on a three-dimensional cliffside and fight for the best sea view. Games take 20 to 45 minutes and teach quickly.

What is it about?

You are builders in Positano, the Italian village stacked above the sea. Each round runs three auctions at once. They decide the size, quality and location of your new resorts on the cliff.

How a round works

1. Bid: Everyone secretly picks two bid cards and reveals them together.
2. Draft: Based on the bids, you take tiles from the bid board.
3. Build: Your tiles set where you can build, how many blocks you gain and how good the building is.
4. Score: Points go to quality buildings with a clear view of the water.

The fun is in the trade-offs. Bidding hard in one auction leaves you weaker in the others. And a fancy resort without a sea view is not worth much.

What makes it stand out

• A real 3D board that grows upward as you play
• Extra points for collecting gelato
• Three random goal cards each game, pushing you toward new strategies
• A solo mode for playing alone

Who is it for?

Families and casual players aged 10 and up who enjoy bidding and building. Experienced gamers will also like it as a short, good-looking filler.

Conclusion

Positano is a real looker with simple rules and meaningful choices. The simultaneous auctions create tension without overload. If you want hours of deep strategy, treat this as a light, tasty snack instead.