Spelmechanieken
The mechanics of Wingspan combine engine-building and resource management in a bird-themed strategy game.
Wingspan is an engine-building game where players attract birds to their nature reserve by collecting food and laying eggs. The game has three habitats: forest, grassland, and wetland, each providing different types of actions. Players take turns performing actions like gaining food, laying eggs, or playing birds in their habitats.
- Bird Cards: The main mechanism is the bird cards, each with unique abilities. Players play these cards into one of their three habitats to activate the bird's power.
- Food Tokens: Players collect food tokens to play bird cards. Food is gathered by activating actions in the forest habitat, which provides a variety of food types.
- Eggs: Eggs are essential for laying more birds and scoring points at the end of the game. They are placed on bird cards and earned by using the grassland habitat.
- Habitat Actions: The three habitats allow players to gather resources (food), play birds, and lay eggs. The more birds you play in a habitat, the more powerful its actions become.
Winnende Strategieën
Strategies for maximizing your points and securing victory in Wingspan.
Winning Wingspan requires a balance between resource management, bird placement, and engine-building. Here are some strategies to consider:
- Focus on Engine Building: The key to success in Wingspan is creating powerful engine combinations. Prioritize birds with synergistic abilities to maximize your actions.
- Maximize Food and Egg Production: Make sure you have a steady food supply and a good egg-laying strategy. These are essential for playing more birds and scoring points.
- Plan for End-of-Round Goals: Each round has specific goals. Make sure you understand these goals and position your birds and actions to achieve them.
- Optimize Each Habitat: Don’t neglect any habitat. Ensure each habitat (forest, grassland, wetland) is activated effectively to gain the most resources and birds.
- Time Your Bird Plays: Some birds give more points as they get placed later in the game. Time your bird plays wisely to maximize scoring opportunities.
Achtergrond en Verhaal
Wingspan is a stunning game that combines the beauty of nature with intricate strategy.
Wingspan was designed by Elizabeth Hargrave and released in 2019. The game focuses on the beauty and diversity of bird species and is set within the context of a birdwatching experience. Players take on the role of bird enthusiasts trying to build the most successful nature reserve by attracting different species of birds.
The game’s striking artwork and focus on real-life bird species make it unique among strategy games. Wingspan has received widespread praise for its accessible yet deep mechanics and has won multiple awards, including the prestigious 2019 Kennerspiel des Jahres (Connoisseur’s Game of the Year) award.
The game features over 170 bird cards, each with its own distinct abilities and traits, making every game different from the last. With expansions like the European and Oceania expansions, Wingspan continues to expand its bird collection and strategies.