Seasons of Rice (2019) Board Game

Seasons of Rice is a card game released in 2019 by Button Shy. It is designed by Corry Damey and features artwork by Jerome Damey and Corry Damey. The game is themed around farming and players must strategically plant and harvest rice to earn points.

Game Components of Seasons of Rice

Cards with different types of rice

Player boards

Score tracker

How To Setup Seasons of Rice

Each player receives a player board.

Shuffle the rice cards and place them in a draw pile.

Deal a starting hand of cards to each player.

Set up the score tracker.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Players take turns planting and harvesting rice to earn points. The game features open drafting, tile placement, and variable player powers. The objective is to have the most points at the end of the game by strategically planting and harvesting rice.

Player Experience

Pros:

Quick gameplay with a runtime of 20 minutes.

Strategic depth with variable player powers.

Easy to learn and teach.

Compact size makes it great for travel.

Cons:

Limited player interaction.

Luck of the draw can heavily influence gameplay.

Limited replayability.

Personal Thoughts on Seasons of Rice

Seasons of Rice is a solid card game with a unique theme and interesting mechanics. The build quality is good, and the artwork is charming. However, the game may not have enough depth for more experienced gamers. The pricing for a new copy seems reasonable, but availability may be an issue due to being a print-and-play game. For those who enjoy farming-themed games and are looking for a quick, casual experience, Seasons of Rice is worth a try. However, more serious gamers may find it lacking in complexity. It is suitable for players aged 8 and above, making it a good family game option.

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