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Tikal

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Published
1999
Reach
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Players
2–4
Play time
90 min
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Main mechanics

  • Area control
  • Auction & bidding
  • Spatial puzzle
  • Tile laying
  • Set collection
  • Area control: Presence on the map decides who scores.
  • Auction & bidding: Value is set by what players are willing to pay.
  • Spatial puzzle: Fitting shapes together efficiently is the challenge.
  • Tile laying: You build a shared or personal board tile by tile.
Full publisher description

Tikal is a game of exploration within the Central American jungles in search of lost temples and the treasures within. Players send their team of explorers into the jungle, exposing more and more of the terrain. Along the way, you find temples that require further uncovering and treasures. Players attempt to score points for occupying temples and holding onto treasure. Tikal is the first game of the Mask Trilogy . Sequel: Tikal II: The Lost Temple

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