Power Grid*
Power Grid is a strategic board game that combines elements of network building and commodity trading. Players aim to supply power to the most cities as their networks expand.
Gameplay
- Players establish connections between cities using pre-existing routes.
- They compete in auctions to acquire power plants, but newer, more efficient plants become available over time.
- Resource management (coal, oil, garbage, uranium) is crucial to power the plants efficiently.
- Balancing plant upgrades and network expansion is the key to success.
Enjoy a challenging economic game where every decision impacts your path to victory in Power Grid.
Nominated for 10 awards and won 4.
- 2 - 6 Players
- 120 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
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