New York Slice
- Players
- 2-6
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 30 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 8+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.5 / 5
- Year
- 2017
About the game
In New York Slice, you and your fellow pizza chefs slice pies into portions using a clever 'you cut, others choose first' drafting mechanic. With a dozen pizza types on offer, players decide whether to eat slices for points or collect sets for majority bonuses, all while watching out for gross anchovy slices. Each slice comes with a special power, from calling dibs early to sneaking a slice between portions, adding fun tactical wrinkles. It's a quick, colorful filler with more depth than it first appears.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's team finds the drafting-by-cutting mechanic genuinely clever, forcing players to balance generosity with self-interest every round. The pizza theme is delightful and the game moves briskly, making it a great light choice for family game night. It won't satisfy players craving deep strategy, but as a filler or opener it consistently earns smiles.
What we like
- Clever 'you cut, I choose' drafting mechanic.
- Quick playtime makes it a great filler game.
- Colorful pizza theme appeals to all ages.
- Variety of special powers adds tactical depth.
- Easy to teach in just a few minutes.
Keep in mind
- Limited strategic depth for experienced gamers.
- Ties in majority scoring can feel anticlimactic.
- Luck of the pizza slice arrangement affects outcomes.
Who it's for
Families and casual gamers ages 8+ looking for a quick, light strategy filler for 2-6 players.
