TDG: Tapestry

If you were a politician in an ancient civilization, you'd probably just babel on. Join Cody as he unearths this civilization-building eurogame from Stonemaier Games. Will it bring order and stability to your tabletop? Or should you just throw it to the barbarians? Let's watch!
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[@martins3655]

I absolutely despised that game. It’s a bingo-card tracks simulator. The aspects of civilization building are void. I get that it’s kind of a point salad, but if you call it a civ game and it’s not, it failed.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

To each their own. I agree that the Civ component is light. But I still really enjoy it.

[@martins3655]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer Indeed. I realize that in my case Stonemeier Games has a passable hit rate. I hate Scythe too, but like Wingspan. So who knows.

[@chrisedwards6573]

This isn't a bad game, but it's not a civlization building game. It has that theme, but it doesn't have any actual civilization building. It's just a Euro game, and IMO not a particularly good one.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

To each their own.

[@michaeldenman7218]

We've enjoyed the game and yes, you do have to get over the idea that it's not actually a civ game. I like the very asymetric civs too. My main gripe with the game is the variance of the tapestry cards. THAT'S what is going to make or break you. I don't think I can recall a game where the winner did NOT have better Tapestry cards than everyone else. If you keep getting stuck with weak ones... or ones you just have no ability to exploit... you're done. Still, once everyone has the rules down, the game plays fairly quickly.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Yeah. Not a hard game to learn, despite appearances.

[@zifnabz]

your favorite Stonemaier game? really? I thought you were more a "dudes on a map" (~4X) gamer. doesn't Scythe hold that spot?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I like Scythe. I like this one more.

[@danmillar6323]

It's been a long time since I played this game. I remember liking the mechanics, but the theming felt a little silly sometimes with how things worked out. For example I somehow knew how to build zepplins and batteries before inventing nails.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I can see that, but it's still a fun and engaging game.

[@hatchimmmmm]

did you play MOSAIC? if yes, do you like it?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Stay tuned!

[@sethhostetler4513]

Please do a top 10 civilization building games!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roCpkoptas6lf6c

[@GORYOUN]

What are the VPG games sat above Nemesis behind you?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Hapsburg Eclipse and Villainous Vikings.

[@cubsnextyear17]

Top five game for me. I know you don’t often solo games but this has a really fun automa.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

That's what I hear. Maybe someday.

[@davedogge2280]

My grandma worked on ancient tapestry restoration for local government.. ... .. .. .. but she had no tailoring skills whatsoever, she was an embroider of the truth and really stitched up local government by charging them monies.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

First rate!

[@Lordjunon]

The expansions make this from a 7 to a 9. Especially arts and architecture. It adds a 5th track but it doesn't add much more complexity. I call this "Civ Sauced" This game is great. Its in my top 10.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Perhaps I'll have to try the expansions down the line. Thanks.

[@zachmckinney2497]

Not a fan of the game, but good review

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@monomundo]

I am surprised how much I love this one. I ended up buying all the expansions as well.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Took me by surprise as well. I'll have to look into the expansions myself.

[@robertvella4919]

Yeah, have all the expansions, they're great.

[@alexisxiros8168]

Great music. Is this Händel, Bach maybe?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Doug Maxwell (See description).

[@robertvella4919]

I had the exact same experience when I played it. Not usually what I'm looking for when I play a Civilization game (which I love) and found some of the thematic elements jarring (e.g., inventing the light bulb in the stone age) but I thoroughly enjoyed the game and find myself wanting to play it again because of the intriguing puzzle it presents and its re-playability.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. It's a lot of fun despite some thematic wonkiness.

[@robertvella4919]

This definitely is my favourite Stone Maier Game.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I can see why.

[@christopherwilson2606]

My wife told me she was going to buy this game for Christmas so I didn't. So glad to hear the positive review. Can't wait to play.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Excellent. I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

[@christopherwilson2606]

Not only did I get this game, but Scythe too.. Best Christmas (and wife) ever!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

@@christopherwilson2606 Awesome!

[@kipel1563]

I love Tapestry ❤

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Great game.

[@ishotmyboss]

Have you watched Clerks III yet?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I have not. Good?