The ultimate goal is to have the most populous cities at the games end. Lots of farms means you'll have plenty of food to feed your people but if the town next door has better amenities you'll find they're emigrating every turn. The history of Amsterdam is played out in this game as the city rises and declines in importance throughout the years. Slap the timer when it reaches the price you're willing to pay and the item up for bid is yours. Another track laying game but instead of trying to make your routes short and direct, you gain more points by having long and twisted routes.
Great artwork adds to the game as a true spiders web of paths slowly emerges.
Cwali A multi-player version of last year's 2 player nominee, Isi. Players must first travel about the land of Morisi gaining knowledge of the terrain. They then use this knowledge to build a network of roads. Gluck Fabulous artwork highlights the play in this card game. Players secretly choose professions each round with a mind to building the greatest buildings.