Game Info
Year
2019
Players
2-8
Age
10+
Playtime
35 min
Complexity
1.5/5
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Description
Set collection card game where archaeologists assemble treasures from ancient civilizations
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Where There's A Wilz, There's a Play Top 10 List at 7:53 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Accessible set collection with strategic depth
Cons
- Potentially aggressive if players choose take-that style
Thematic elements
- Set collection with sabotage elements
- Ancient civilizations and artifacts
- Strategy-focused with card drafting and discard mechanics
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Set collection / sabotaging (optional take-that) — Draft, discard, and collect colored antiquities and treasures; sabotage opponent's sets via discard choices.
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Quotes (from this video)
- There are 15 game recommendations from 2019.
- Wonder Tales is strictly for two players.
- This is a really fun grid coverage game.
- I really like this whole back and forth of okay, what do I need?
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Where There's A Wilz, There's a Play Top 10 List at 6:34 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- fun set collection with sabotage elements
- good engagement and strategic options
Cons
- learning curve can be steep for new players
- long in some plays depending on player count
Thematic elements
- sabotage and set collection
- Archaeological dig with artifact collection
- adventurous, slightly competitive
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Hand Management — Manage hands to complete multiple scoring strategies.
- Set Collection — Collect artifacts to score using sabotaging tactics against others.
- set collection / artifact sets — Collect artifacts to score using sabotaging tactics against others.
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Quotes (from this video)
- the cards are cute and humorous
- I love push your luck games, so this one was right up my alley
- the artwork and the puns on it and the names of the cards are hilarious
- Rain of Dragonness just does not play very well at two players
- this is a retro space themed shedding game
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Unknown Channel Review at 0:03 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Flexible player count (2-8) and non-team variant improve accessibility compared to traditional Hand and Foot.
- Approachable adaptation of a familiar system with distinct thematic elements.
- Colorful artwork and character abilities add charm and depth.
- Strategic opportunities around sabotage and discarding can heighten tension in a positive way.
- Clear player aids and scoring guides help new players learn the game.
Cons
- End-game scoring can be intricate, especially in multi-round formats.
- Character cards can backfire if not used strategically, potentially penalizing new players.
- Sabotage-focused play may feel harsh to players who prefer lighter interactions.
Thematic elements
- Competitive antiquities market where players collect artifacts and treasures while sabotaging opponents.
- A hand-management, set-collection card game of antiquities and treasures for 2-8 players, played with a cash (foot) pool and a scoring focus.
- Competitive, heavy interaction with discard-room manipulation and character-card synergies.
Comparison games
- Hand and Foot
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Character cards and special abilities — Character cards like Remington and Tess grant effects (extra draws, discard-pile control).
- Deck Manipulation — Players can pick up from the discard pile after meeting play requirements, potentially fueling future plays.
- Discard pile manipulation — Players can pick up from the discard pile after meeting play requirements, potentially fueling future plays.
- End Game Bonuses — Game ends when five sets are completed and all cards from hand and cash are played/discarded; can be played as single or multi-round (3-round) games.
- End-game triggering conditions — Game ends when five sets are completed and all cards from hand and cash are played/discarded; can be played as single or multi-round (3-round) games.
- Hand Management — On a turn, players draw two cards and may play multiple cards from their hand to advance sets.
- Hand management and draw — On a turn, players draw two cards and may play multiple cards from their hand to advance sets.
- Sabotage and interaction — Players can place cards on opponents' sets or end an opponent's strong run, adding antagonistic interaction.
- Set Collection — Players form sets of antiquities or treasures to score points, with five-card sets being a primary target.
- Team variant — Optional team variant exists where players partner up for certain rounds.
- Teams — Optional team variant exists where players partner up for certain rounds.
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Quotes (from this video)
- this is a fun take on hand and foot.
- it's a little bit more approachable because you can play it with different player counts far more easily.
- the world of antiquities is cutthroat.
- I think this is a fun game.
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Meeple Mountain Review at 0:09 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- Clear, accessible player aid that is easy to read and reference during play
- Thematic integration makes the game feel more than just a card-drafting exercise
- New players benefit from well-designed cards and a straightforward rule set
- The mixed collection mechanic adds depth and meaningful decision points
- Updates and refinements modernize classic card-game mechanics without losing flavor
Cons
- End-of-round scoring punishes any cards left in hand or cache at round end, which can feel punitive if you misjudge timing
- Discard-pile management and suit-matching requirements can be tricky for newer players and may slow pace in one-off plays
- Potentially long game if players hesitate to go out or chase multiple large collections, which can impact table time without a clear, consistent end condition
Thematic elements
- Treasure hunting and artifact collection with competitive sabotage and civilization-specific bonuses.
- An archaeological expedition where players act as archaeologists uncovering ancient relics and artifacts across a variety of sites.
- Theme-driven, historically flavored card collection that ties modern board game mechanisms to an archaeologist narrative.
Comparison games
- Hand and Foot
- Canasta
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Advanced rules and civilization bonuses — Advanced rules add special rules for Niguel/Niguel-like civ bonuses and test cards with unique abilities, introducing asymmetric strategic choices tied to player aids and civilization alignment.
- Discard pile manipulation and top-card requirements — To take from the discard, players must meet a collection-start condition and have two to four cards of the same suit as the top discard, encouraging strategic discard management.
- Draw/pickup from deck or discard — On a turn, players draw from the deck or selectively pick up from the discard pile, subject to requirements (e.g., having a prerequisite in hand and matching suit). This creates a balance between risk and reward when rebuilding your hand.
- End Game Bonuses — The round ends when a player goes out; scoring combines completed collections with the total value of cards played, minus any cards still in hand or in the cache, with a round- and game-length structure of three rounds.
- End-of-round and endgame scoring with negative hand penalties — The round ends when a player goes out; scoring combines completed collections with the total value of cards played, minus any cards still in hand or in the cache, with a round- and game-length structure of three rounds.
- Hand Management — Players start with a hand of 10 cards and a cache of 10. After playing, the cache becomes the new hand via draw or pickup, creating a rolling mid-game push toward completing sets.
- Hand management and cache cycling — Players start with a hand of 10 cards and a cache of 10. After playing, the cache becomes the new hand via draw or pickup, creating a rolling mid-game push toward completing sets.
- Remington card and flexible end-turn utilities — Remington cards provide flexible end-of-turn options, enabling players to adjust timing and pressure on opponents by discarding or stoking their own plan.
- Set Collection — Players form and optimize multiple collections (treasures, antiquities, and mixed collections) to maximize scoring potential; some collections require a complete set, others reward combinations or duplicates.
- World-building theme and card art that supports strategy — The thematic cards and player aids are designed to support quick reference and intuitive scoring, reinforcing the archaeology narrative while clarifying mechanics.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
- This game connects an old card game with modern board gaming and I really like the updates and the changes made to the game.
- The cards are very helpful, especially for newer players.
- The mixed collection is a very important collection to use.
- I enjoy how the game has an actual theme that makes sense instead of just playing cards like Hand and Foot.
- Again this is Antiquity Quest by Grandpa Beck Games that is currently available for you to play and hopefully you can check it out and get it to your table.
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