End Game Bonuses in Board Games
What Are End Game Bonuses?
End game bonuses are rewards given to players at the conclusion of a board game for achieving certain criteria. These bonuses typically come in the form of additional victory points or resources that can contribute to a player's final score.
Purpose of End Game Bonuses
End game bonuses incentivize players to pursue specific strategies throughout the game and maintain engagement until the very end. They also add a layer of uncertainty to the final outcome, as players may not be completely aware of their opponents' bonuses until scores are finalized.
Impact on Gameplay
- Strategic Depth: Players must balance short-term gains with potential end game bonuses.
- Diversity: Encourages varied strategies, as different bonuses will align with different playstyles.
- Uncertainty: Adds suspense, as the final victor is often undecided until the very end.
Examples
- Ticket to Ride: Players receive bonuses for the longest continuous train.
- Settlers of Catan: Bonus points for the largest army and the longest road.
- Agricola: Points awarded for a variety of farm configurations at the end of the game.
Conclusion
End game bonuses are a versatile mechanic used in many board games to add complexity and excitement to the gaming experience. They can significantly affect player strategy and game outcomes, making them a vital part of board game design.
Civilization themed games with End Game Bonuses
End Game Bonuses games published by Korea Boardgames
Strategy Game with End Game Bonuses
End Game Bonuses and Pattern Building games
Economic themed games with End Game Bonuses


End Game Bonuses games published by Hobby Japan
End Game Bonuses and Dice Rolling games
Semi-Cooperative Game with End Game Bonuses


Travel themed games with End Game Bonuses
Family Game with End Game Bonuses
End Game Bonuses and Closed Drafting games
End Game Bonuses games published by Arcane Wonders Games

Age of Wonders: Planetfall
Anthropomorphic themed games with End Game Bonuses

Hickory Dickory
End Game Bonuses games illustrated by Shem Phillips


End Game Bonuses games published by Galakta
Team-Based Game with End Game Bonuses
End Game Bonuses games illustrated by Ryo Nyamo
