Auction: Multiple Lot in Board Games
Auction: Multiple Lot is a board game mechanic where players bid on a variety of items (lots) simultaneously or in succession. This mechanic engages players in strategic decision-making, requiring them to assess the value of different items while managing their resources against competing bids.
Key Features
- Simultaneous or Sequential Bidding: Players make offers for several items at once or bid on a series of items one after the other.
- Diverse Strategies: Players must decide how to allocate resources across multiple items and which ones to prioritize.
- Dynamic Interaction: Player bids influence each other's decisions and can lead to bluffing or bid driving.
- Resource Management: Budgeting resources to outbid others while not overspending is crucial.
Examples in Board Games
- Power Grid: Players bid on power plants, balancing the need for better utilities against available funds.
- Modern Art: Art pieces are auctioned off in various lot configurations, prompting players to value art differently based on perceived demand.
Strategy Considerations
- Valuation Skills: Understanding the game-specific value of items is central.
- Bid Timing: Knowing when to bid aggressively and when to hold back can be game-deciding.
- Opponent Behavior: Observing and predicting opponent behavior is essential to successfully navigate auctions.
To utilize this mechanic in a balanced and engaging way, game designers often integrate it with complementary mechanics like set collection or resource management.
Auction: Multiple Lot games designed by Reiner Knizia
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Auction: Multiple Lot and Auction Compensation games
Auction: Multiple Lot games illustrated by Akha Hulzebos
Connecting Flights
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As seen on Kickstarter! Connecting Flights is a board game for 1-5 players, where your task is to manage an airline. The game can be played competitively (2-5 players) or in a solo/cooperative mode (1-3 players) in 60-150 mins.The competitive mode features...
mixed, 54%
12 y/o +
1 to 5 players
60 minutes
Relaxed
Strategy Game
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Economic
Auction: Multiple Lot
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