86

Everdell is a charming strategy game where players control woodland creatures building a thriving city. The game combines worker placement and tableau building mechanics as players gather resources and play cards to construct their forest civilization through the changing seasons.

86

The Verdict

based on 38 reviews

Positive 0%
Mixed 0%
Stunning woodland artwork
Gorgeous 3D Ever Tree
Satisfying engine-building mechanics
High-quality component production
Crowded table presence
High card deck randomness
Text size on cards is small
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Theology of GamesArticle

Everdell pairs breathtaking artwork and premium components with a deceptively meaty, streamlined worker-placement and tableau-building experience that offers great strategic depth and tension.

95
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Tabletop Gaming Magazine, Alex SonechkinaArticle

Beautiful from crown to roots, Everdell magically manages to raise spirits through feel-good gameplay that is completely non-confrontational but also enticingly challenging.

92
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The Fandomentals, Dan ArndtArticle

Everdell combines stunning, thematic woodland art and high-tier components with straightforward worker-placement mechanics. It serves as an accessible, charming gateway game that remains engaging for various player counts despite a slightly unfocused design.

90
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Allies or Enemies, Allies or EnemiesVideo

This review highlights Everdell's engaging woodland worker-placement mechanics and tableau-building elements, specifically examining how well the gameplay scales and functions for two players.

90
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BoardGameBollocks, MattVideo

BoardGameBollocks evaluates the components, mechanics, and gameplay experience of Everdell, highlighting its worker placement and tableau building features wrapped in a charming animal theme.

90
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IGNArticle

Everdell is a highly recommended worker placement and tableau-building game, praised for its stunning artwork, immersive world, strategic depth, and high replayability, making it both accessible for beginners and satisfying for experienced players.

90
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The Opinionated Gamers, Chris WrayArticle

Everdell combines striking production values and a charming woodland theme with engaging worker placement and card management, resulting in an accessible yet challenging strategic experience.

90
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Nerd Problems Gaming, MikeVideo

Nerd Problems Gaming reviews Everdell, detailing its worker placement and tableau-building mechanics, beautiful component quality, and strategic gameplay depth.

90
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eNVy Board Gaming, eNVy Board GamingVideo

This video offers a comprehensive overview and evaluation of Everdell, highlighting its worker placement mechanics, charming forest theme, and table presence.

90
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Board Game Hot Takes, Board Game Hot TakesVideo

The reviewers analyze Everdell's worker placement mechanics, production quality, and overall tableau-building experience, offering structured final thoughts on the game.

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The Brothers Murph, Nick MurphyVideo

The Brothers Murph take a close look at Everdell, specifically exploring how the solo mode functions and holds up for single players.

90
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Fuzzy Llama Reviews, Fuzzy Llama ReviewsArticle

Everdell is a visually stunning and thematic worker placement game that balances accessible rules with satisfying strategic depth. While the large 3D tree can crowd seating at higher player counts, the exceptional components and engaging card synergies offer great replay value.

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