7 Wonderslasts three ages. In each age, players receive seven cards from a particular deck, choose one of those cards, then pass the remainder to an adjacent player, as inFairy Taleor aMagic: the Gatheringbooster draft. Players reveal their cards simultaneously, paying resources if needed or collecting resources or interacting with other players in various ways. (Players have individual boards with special powers on which to organize their cards, and the boards are double-sided as in Bauza’sGhost Stories.) Each player then chooses another card from the deck they were passed, and the process repeats until players have six cards in play from that age. After three ages, the game ends.

In essence7 Wondersis a card development game along the lines ofRace for the GalaxyorDominion. Some cards have immediate effects, while others provide bonuses or upgrades later in the game. Some cards provide discounts on future purchases. Some provide military strength to overpower your neighbors and others give nothing but victory points. UnlikeMagicorFairy Tale, however, each card is played immediately after being drafted, so you’ll know which cards your neighbor is receiving and how his choices might affect what you’ve already built up. Cards are passed left-right-left over the three ages, so you need to keep an eye on the neighbors in both directions.

In7 Wonders: New Edition, multiple elements of the renowned drafting game for two to seven players are getting spruced up. First, the new edition will come in a larger box with new box artwork and logo. Second, the wonder boards are now larger and instead of having an (A) and (B) side with the same artwork, they now have a day side and a night side. Third, the iconography for the cost of each card has been relocated to improve clarity. Fourth, the iconography for chaining (building without paying the production cost) cards has been revised to improve understanding. Finally, the rules have been rewritten to make learning the game easier. The award-winning gameplay designed byAntoine Bauza, remains the same.

Lead one of the great ancient civilizations to prosperity in this fast-paced card-drafting game.

In 7 Wonders, youll take command of an ancient civilization, guiding it to greatness by developing your city’s military, scientific, cultural, and commercial resources. Through a clever card-drafting mechanic, players build structures, create powerful wonders, and engage in strategic competition with neighboring cities to score the most points. Will your civilization stand the test of time?

With simultaneous gameplay, 7 Wonders offers quick turns and constant engagement for all players, even in larger groups. The game is easy to learn but offers endless strategic depth, making it a favorite among both casual and seasoned gamers.

Recommended for ages 10 and up, 7 Wonders supports 3 to 7 players. It is a standalone game, but there are several expansions available to enrich the experience.