Long ago, the renowned traveler Corin Alltail stumbled upon the wondrous valley of Everdell. He was struck by the local beauty of its green expanses, lively babbling streams, and the lush canopies of ancient trees. It was here that he decided to settle and build his family nest. Since then, his kin have led a vibrant life in the shadow of the Ever Tree.

Everdell

This is a charming board game for 1-4 players and the very embodiment of warmth and coziness. Set in a fairytale world where animals talk and live harmoniously in forest cities, the game immediately captivates with its enchanting design. The game board and components feature soft, pleasing colors. At the heart of the board stands a real tree, which you’ll assemble from cardboard pieces following the instructions. This tree isn’t just decorative—its branches hold cards and figures.

Players must lead their city to prosperity. To do so, you’ll need to gather resources, construct buildings, send critters on journeys, participate in events, visit rival cities, seek shelter, and more.

The game also offers a variant of the rules for solo play.

Gameplay

The entire game spans four seasons, during which you must prepare your city. Players take turns and can perform various actions, but each action can only be taken once per turn:

• Place a Worker – Allows you to gather resources.
• Play a Card – Play a card onto your field for a specific cost, gaining various benefits in return.
• Prepare for the Season – Move to the next round-season. Players don’t wait for each other and can progress at their own pace, following their own strategy. When to move forward is entirely up to you, but remember that the game ends for you after the fourth season.

A player’s game ends when they can no longer—or choose not to—take another action. They then sit out, merely observing the remaining players. Eventually, all players finish, and points are tallied. The winner receives the Everdell victory card!