Understanding "Events" in Board Games
The "Events" mechanic in board games refers to occurrences that usually change the state of the game unexpectedly. They can take various forms: from cards that players draw to triggered actions when certain conditions are met.
Purpose of Event Mechanics
Events add a layer of unpredictability and can:
- Influence strategy
- Introduce new challenges
- Enhance thematic immersion
How Events Work
Typically, events are:
- Random: Drawn from a deck or determined by dice.
- Conditional: Activating when specific scenarios occur.
They can affect:
- Individual players
- All players
- The game board itself
Impact on Game Play
The incorporation of events can:
- Shift player tactics
- Alter game balance
- Create dynamic story elements
Events games published by Ediciones MasQueOca
Events and Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game games
Eleven: Unexpected Events Expansion
-25%
$20.00
$14.99
"Whatever happens, there are always things you could have done better. You score two goals and you usually feel you could have scored a third. That's what makes you progress in life."- Eric CantonaThis expansion introduces two new mechanics: each Match...
mostly positive, 78%
14 y/o +
1 to 4 players
60 minutes
Sports
Economic
Events
Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game
Science Fiction themed games with Events
Strategy Game with Events
Fantasy themed games with Events
The wise veterans of Small World now have a chance to re-write history! Small World: Tales & Legends introduces 54 new Event cards that change the storyline of each turn during the game. Some bring on minor changes, while others are nearly cataclysmic...
Small World: Tales and Legends Expansion
$34.00
$32.00
The Pumpkin King is throwing his annual ball for all the monsters in Nightmare World. It is a once-in-a-deathtime chance to show off your worst outfits! Flip over the cards and try to group the monsters on your board according to their families. Be sure...
Castle Party
$19.99
$15.99
Dice Game with Events
Events and Open Drafting games
Events and Simulation games
Adventure themed games with Events
War Game with Events
Events and Multiple Maps games
Events games developed by Alan Emrich
This is a reprint/deluxification of the VPG classic, CRUEL NECESSITY. It will be printed with super high quality components. The box, board, and counters will be thick and mounted. The player aids will have the largest font possible and be on nice quality...
Cruel Necessity - The English Civil Wars of 1640 to 1653
$59.95
Cruel Necessity, from designer John Welch, is a solitaire game simulating the military, political, and religious struggles of the English Civil Wars (1640-53). You attempt to stop the advance of four armies bent on destroying Parliament and Puritanism...
Cruel Necessity - The English Civil Wars, 1640-1653
$45.00
$28.00
