1999 BGG rank #389

Tikal

2–4 players 90 min Ages 10+ 2.8/5 complexity 7.1/10 rating

About this game

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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Tile Placement Events Grid Movement Hexagon Grid Modular Board Area Majority / Influence Action Points Set Collection Map Addition Victory Points as a Resource Layering Zone of Control Kill Steal Auction / Bidding Exploration Territory Building Ancient Adventure Archaeology / Paleontology Temple Native Americans / First Peoples Mayans

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