The best games with automatic growth of resources 2026

Looking for a really good game with automatic resource growth? Then we have just the thing for you: the list with the best "Automatic resource growth" games 2026.

What are "Automatic Resource Growth" games?

The rule-based, automatic increase of a resource, triggered by a certain game state.

  • Example 1: Ungathered Resources in Agricola:
    • Uncollected wood from the wood collection action box (condition) triggers +1 wood (result) in the following round (game state).
  • Example 2: Acquired Resources in Agricola:
    • Two pigs in your farm, in an area that has room for 3 pigs (condition), automatically produce a 3rd pig in this round's breeding phase (result) (game condition).
  • Example 3: Counterexample in Monopoly:
    • Collect $200 (result) when passing "LOS" (game state).
    • There is no condition (e.g.: if you own 1 or more properties).
  • Example 4: Counterexample in Jaipur:
    • Draw 1 card (result) at the beginning of your turn (game state).
    • There is no condition (e.g.: if you have less than 1 card in hand).

Examples 3 & 4 would apply as examples of the "income" mechanism.

Examples of games with automatic resource growth

A good example of an Automatic Resource Growth game, besides Agricola, is A Feast for Odin or Fields of Arle.

List with the best Automatic Resource Growth games 2026

This list was last updated on June 22, 2026. There's also a print version for this list .
  1. Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small

    Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small

    Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small offers a specialized, two-player experience derived from the popular Agricola game, focusing exclusively on the aspect of animal husbandry.

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    2 30 min 13+ Easy to learn
  2. London

    London

    Second Edition

    London (Second Edition) is a refined version of a classic board game that caters to players who enjoy strategic planning and city-building. Set in the aftermath of the Great Fire of London, players are tasked with the ambitious goal of reconstructing the city. This game challenges players to balance the complexities of urban development, financial management, and social responsibility.

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    2–4 60–90 min 14+ Medium complexity
  3. Daybreak

    Daybreak

    Players control a world power in a cooperative game focused on climate change. They implement political measures and technologies to mitigate global warming and build resilient societies. If the global temperature rises too high or too many citizens face crises, everyone loses; however, by working together to reduce global emissions to zero, all players can triumph.

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    1–4 60–120 min 10+ Medium complexity
    + 3 € above the best price
    22 € at Amazon*
  4. Santo Domingo

    Santo Domingo

    Players have the same set of eight action cards. In each round, they choose one or two cards, reveal them simultaneously, and then execute actions in a specified order. Players can collect goods, exchange them for victory points, or earn points directly, with the strength of each card influenced by the cards played by others.

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    2–6 20–30 min 8+ Easy to learn
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  5. Bellum Magica

    Bellum Magica

    Players represent evil rulers. They recruit creatures ranging from simple goblins to fearsome dragons, assigning them tasks within their kingdom. Some will explore and gather resources, while others join the army to attack human kingdoms and other players.

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    2–5 15–30 min 10+ Easy to learn
    2 € below the next retailer
    23 € at Amazon*
  6. Spirit Island

    Spirit Island

    Welcome to the captivating world of Spirit Island, where the distant echoes of magic still hold sway. In this immersive cooperative board game, players are entrusted with the crucial task of defending their island paradise from the relentless onslaught of colonizing Invaders. The spirits of the land, each possessing unique elemental powers, unite to thwart the advance of those who seek to conquer and despoil. As the colonial empires expand, the islanders and the very earth itself rise in defense. Harness the power of the spirits, strategize with your fellow players, and fight back against the encroaching Invaders to protect the island's mystical heart.

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    1–4 90–120 min 13+ For connoisseurs
    + 5 € above the best price
    51 € at Amazon*
  7. A Feast for Odin

    A Feast for Odin

    A Feast for Odin is a rich and complex board game that takes players on a journey through the life and times of the Vikings. This game combines elements of exploration, resource management, and strategic planning, offering a deep and engaging experience.

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    1–4 30–120 min 12+ For connoisseurs
    + 3 € above the best price
    57 € at Amazon*
  8. The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Revised Core Set

    The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game – Revised Core Set

    To truly appreciate a story, one must sometimes return to its beginning. The revised core set offers an ideal opportunity for new players to dive into this classic living card game. It includes campaign mode cards, new blessing and burden mechanics, and full support for up to four players right in the core box.

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    1–4 30–120 min 14+ For connoisseurs
    + 2 € above the best price
    60 € at Amazon*
  9. Atiwa

    Atiwa

    The Atiwa Mountains in southeastern Ghana are characterized by steep hills and flat peaks, home to a vital evergreen forest reserve. This region faces threats from deforestation, bushmeat hunting, and mining activities. Players will build a community near the mountains, create housing for new families, and balance environmental concerns with resource management, aiming to harmonize the needs of both the community and nature for victory.

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    1–4 30–120 min 12+ Medium complexity
    + 13 € above the best price
    33 € at Amazon*
  10. Agricola: Family Edition

    Agricola: Family Edition

    Agricola: Family Edition streamlines the classic farming simulation game Agricola into a more accessible and simplified version, making it ideal for families and newcomers to the series. This edition retains the essence of managing a farm and strategizing resource allocation but reduces the complexity to create a more straightforward gameplay experience.

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    1–4 45 min 8+ Easy to learn
  11. Agricola

    Agricola

    Agricola is a strategic board game where players become farmers aiming to build thriving homesteads. Manage resources, expand your home, and feed your family to win.

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    1–5 30–150 min 12+ For connoisseurs
    + 8 € above the best price
    42 € at Amazon*
  12. Life in Reterra

    Life in Reterra

    Life in Reterra is an accessible (re)building game in which each player constructs their own community from land tiles, in a world reassembled after great upheaval. Ready-made or self-combined building sets create very different strategies.

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    2–4 35 min 10+ Easy to learn
  13. Caverna: The Cave Farmers

    Caverna: The Cave Farmers

    Caverna: The Cave Farmers is a worker-placement board game that builds upon the mechanics of its predecessor, Agricola. It combines farming and cave dwelling themes, where players manage a dwarf family and their expanding homestead.

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    1–7 30–210 min 12+ For connoisseurs
    5 € below the next retailer
    73 € at Amazon*
  14. Le Havre

    Le Havre

    Le Havre is a strategic board game that simulates harbor management, focusing on resource distribution, building construction, and economic development.

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    1–5 30–150 min 12+ For connoisseurs
  15. Fields of Arle

    Fields of Arle

    Fields of Arle is a strategic farming simulation board game designed by Uwe Rosenberg. Set in the small East Frisian town of Arle, it allows one to two players to experience the life of farmers during a period of prosperity, focusing on the cultivation of flax and other agricultural ventures.

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    1–2 60–120 min 13+ For connoisseurs
    + 2 € above the best price
    38 € at Amazon*
  16. Tea Garden
    2–4 90–120 min 12+ Medium complexity
  17. Black Forest

    Black Forest

    Players start with a small domain that requires new buildings and livestock. They travel from village to village to enlist the help of specialists, gathering resources, creating landscape tiles, and constructing various types of buildings. The game features resource wheels to manage production, and players strategically choose buildings and landscapes to achieve victory in multiple ways.

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    1–4 60–120 min 14+ Medium complexity
  18. Magic: The Gathering – Heroes of Dominaria Board Game

    Magic: The Gathering – Heroes of Dominaria Board Game

    Players take on the role of powerful heroes as they journey through the lands of Dominaria. They explore iconic locations, build sites, rediscover lost artifacts, and confront the dark Cabal to gather the resources needed to save the multiverse before rival heroes do. Adventure awaits in Dominaria, filled with quests and the opportunity to harness mana and powerful relics.

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    2–4 45–75 min 14+ Easy to learn
  19. Agricola 15th Anniversary Edition

    Agricola 15th Anniversary Edition

    Agricola 15 celebrates the 15th anniversary of Uwe Rosenberg's Agricola by including a wealth of material in a single XXL box. It features the revised edition of the base game, the complete Artifex and Bubulcus expansion decks, long-lost promotional items, and some new content, all organized for quick setup and storage. The set contains 430 cards, over 200 tokens, and more than 270 wooden pieces, and it is compatible with the Farmers of the Moor expansion and the expansion for five to six players.

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    1–4 30–120 min 12+ Medium complexity
  20. Crafting the Cosmos
    2–4 60–90 min 14+ Medium complexity
    12 € below the next retailer
    35 € at Amazon*

Frequently asked questions

Which game ranks first on this list?

Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small currently tops our list. The ranking is derived from player community ratings and is recalculated continuously.

How many players do the games on this list support?

Most games on this list support 1 to 4 players. The exact player count is listed with each game.

What age are these games suitable for?

Publisher age recommendations on this list start at 8 years. Each game carries its own age rating.

How long does a game take?

A typical game takes about 30 to 120 minutes. Each game's playing time is listed individually.

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