7 wonders board game review
Alright, alright, let’s talk about this “7 Wonders” game, you know, the one them youngsters are always yappin’ about. I ain’t no fancy reviewer or nothin’, just tellin’ ya like it is, plain and simple.
So, first off, this game, it comes in a big ol’ box, like them boxes they ship stuff in. And you open it up, and what do ya find? Well, mostly air! That’s right, the box is mostly empty. They got some cardboard pieces and cards in there, but they coulda used a smaller box, I tell ya. Waste of space, if you ask me.
- Big box, lots of empty space
- Cardboard pieces and cards inside
Now, this “7 Wonders” game, they say it’s a strategy game. Strategy, huh? Well, I reckon that just means you gotta think a little bit. You’re supposed to be the leader of some old-timey city, you know, like Rome or somethin’. And you gotta gather up stuff, like wood and rocks and whatnot. And then you use that stuff to build things. Sounds kinda like real life, ‘cept nobody’s payin’ me to build no fancy wonders.
The game’s about building these “wonders.” They’re supposed to be all special and impressive, but mostly they’re just pictures on cards. You got pyramids, you got statues, all that jazz. You gotta collect the right cards to build ‘em, and that ain’t always easy, lemme tell ya. You’re fiddlin’ with cards and little tokens and tryin’ to figure out what goes where. It’s enough to make your head spin sometimes.
But, here’s the thing, this game ain’t so bad once you get the hang of it. You start to see how things fit together, and you can start plannin’ ahead a little. You gotta think about what your neighbors are doin’, ‘cause what they do can affect you. It’s kinda like livin’ in a small town, I guess. Everybody knows everybody’s business.
One thing I like about this game is that it’s quick. You ain’t sittin’ around for hours waitin’ for somebody to take their turn. Everyone plays at the same time, kinda. You pick a card, do your thing, and then pass the cards along. Keeps things movin’, which is good, ’cause I ain’t got all day to be playin’ games.
They say you can play this game with a whole bunch of people, even six or seven. That’s a lot of people, if you ask me. But somehow, the game still works. It don’t slow down too much, which is a surprise. Most games with that many people, you end up waitin’ forever for your turn. But this one, it’s pretty smooth. Good for big families, I reckon.
Now, some folks, they say you gotta buy extra stuff to make the game better. They got these “expansions,” they call ‘em. More cards, more leaders, all that. I ain’t so sure about that. The game seems fine just the way it is. But then again, I ain’t played with all them extra bits and pieces. Maybe they make it even better, who knows? Seems like they’re always tryin’ to sell you somethin’ extra these days.
Overall, this “7 Wonders” game, it’s pretty decent. It ain’t the most complicated thing in the world, but it ain’t the easiest neither. It makes you think a little, and it’s fun to build up your city and see how it stacks up against the other folks. And it don’t take forever to play, which is a big plus in my book. So, if you’re lookin’ for a game to play with your family or friends, this one’s worth a try. Just don’t expect it to be somethin’ it ain’t. It’s a game, plain and simple. And a pretty good one, at that. I’d give it a… well, I ain’t used to givin’ numbers, but if I had to, I’d say it’s a good solid… eight out of ten, maybe? Yeah, that sounds about right. Eight out of ten. Not too shabby.
So there you have it, my take on this “7 Wonders” game. Nothin’ fancy, just the truth as I see it. Now go on and play the game, and see for yourself if I’m right. And if you don’t like it, well, that’s your problem, not mine!
Remember, it’s all about buildin’ stuff and tryin’ to outsmart your neighbors. And havin’ a little fun along the way, I suppose. Though, fun ain’t what it used to be, let me tell ya.
But hey, at least this game gives you somethin’ to do besides watchin’ that darn TV all day. And that’s gotta be worth somethin’, right?
And if you’re worried about that empty space in the box, well, you could always use it to store your extra knick-knacks. Waste not, want not, that’s what I always say!
