Mint Works
- Players
- 1-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 20 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.7 / 5
- Year
- 2017
About the game
Mint Works is a tiny, pocket-sized worker placement game that packs the genre's core decisions into a fast 20-minute session. Players use limited mint tokens as workers to gather resources, claim first player, and buy and build plans that earn victory points or grant special powers. Its streamlined ruleset makes it an ideal entry point for teaching worker placement to new players. The game ends once a player reaches seven points, keeping sessions tight and replayable.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's editors love Mint Works as a "worker placement 101" experience: it's compact, quick, and genuinely teaches the core tension of the genre without any bloat. A perfect pocket game for travel or as a filler between heavier titles.
What we like
- Extremely compact and portable
- Fast, easy-to-teach worker placement
- Good solo mode
- Quick sessions under 20 minutes
Keep in mind
- Limited depth compared to full-size worker placement games
- Can feel slight for experienced strategy gamers
Who it's for
Great for newcomers and experienced gamers alike ages 13+, playing solo or in groups of up to 4, who want a quick worker placement fix.
