Catherine Cities of the Tsarina

Catherine transports players to the 1762 Tsarist Empire. Beautifully illustrated, this game allows up to 4 players to vie for the Tsarina's favor using an innovative card mechanism. Different strategies lead to different goals: focus on fine arts or trade development, or secure the empire's future. With the new card mechanic, you'll constantly face the dilemma of using a card for its action or to activate other cards! In the end, Catherine decides whom to trust. In this fast - paced game with elegant rules, players can cleverly use cards to invest in building residents, collecting goods, or military. The new card mechanic leads to interesting decisions, and with only 12 actions available throughout the game, every choice matters. Cards serve multiple purposes - they show available actions and have symbols that boost other actions.

To play Catherine, first gather up to 4 players. Shuffle the cards and deal them out. You'll be in the 1762 Tsarist Empire, trying to win the Tsarina's favor. When it's your turn, look at your cards. You'll have to decide whether to use a card for its direct action, like building residents or collecting goods, or use it to activate other cards. Remember, there are only 12 actions for the whole game, so think carefully before making a move. As you play, try different strategies, like focusing on trade or fine arts. At the end of the game, Catherine will choose the winner. Keep the cards in a dry place and handle them gently to make sure they last a long time. And most importantly, have fun!