Crystal Palace

"Crystal Palace" immerses each player in the historic first World's Fair of 1851 in London, where you represent a nation eager to captivate the globe with astounding inventions and the era's most luminous minds. In this competitive dice-placement game, players decide the status of their dice at the beginning of each round, weighing the benefits of high numbers against their cost.

Throughout the game, you'll deploy your dice across eight action locations, vying for superior resources, coveted patents, and brilliant collaborators. The setting is enriched by a blend of historical and whimsical elements, where you'll encounter notable figures like Phileas Fogg and Levi Strauss, and create outlandish gadgets such as the Thinking Machine and the Climate Changer.

Engage in the strategic battle of minds and machines with "Crystal Palace," available at Boarding School Games. This game challenges players to think critically and strategize sharply to ensure their nation shines brightest at the illustrious exhibition.

Key Features:
- Dice-placement mechanics where players set their dice values, influencing strategy and cost.
- Eight distinct action locations offer various paths to victory through resources, patents, and influential figures.
- Mix of historical and fictional elements, featuring well-known personalities and imaginative inventions.
- Strategic gameplay that balances resource management with competitive positioning.
- Ideal for players who enjoy a rich thematic experience coupled with deep strategic decisions.