Imaginarium
- Players
- 2-5
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 90 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.9 / 5
- Year
- 2018
About the game
Imaginarium sends 2-5 players into a fantastical dream factory where machines shape the essence of dreams. You'll repair, combine, or dismantle machines to produce the resources needed to build ever more powerful contraptions and fulfill design office contracts. Drafting and variable phase order add tactical uncertainty to each round's planning. Careful resource combination and timing are key to completing the most valuable projects and scoring the most victory points.
Hobbli's Notes
Imaginarium offers a satisfying engine-building puzzle wrapped in a whimsical dream-factory theme. The variable phase order keeps players guessing about turn priority, adding a layer of tension to otherwise methodical resource planning. Machine combination and repair mechanics give the game a distinctive, tactile feel compared to typical set-collection Euros. A solid pick for mid-weight gamers who enjoy contract fulfillment and resource chains.
What we like
- Whimsical dream-factory theme sets it apart from typical Euro settings.
- Machine repair and combination system adds tactile engine-building depth.
- Variable phase order keeps turn planning tense and uncertain.
- Contract fulfillment gives clear, satisfying short-term goals.
Keep in mind
- Take-that elements may frustrate players who prefer low-conflict Euros.
- Moderate-to-high complexity requires some ramp-up time to learn.
- Downtime can build as players plan multi-step resource chains.
Who it's for
Good for intermediate strategy gamers ages 14+ in groups of 2-5 who enjoy resource-engine and contract-fulfillment games.
