Mercado de Lisboa
- 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.
- 45 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 8+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.1 / 5
- Year
- 2021
About the game
Mercado de Lisboa distills the city-building system of Lisboa into a fast-paced tile-placement filler set in a modern-day market. Players buy stands, open restaurants next to them to boost profit, and attract customers who bring in money for matching stands. Straightforward, easy-to-learn rules hide deep tactical choices about positioning and timing. It plays in about 45 minutes for one to four players, including a solo mode.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's editorial team likes how Mercado de Lisboa packages Lisboa-style thinky decision-making into a much shorter, friendlier format. It's a great option for fans of the bigger game who want something quicker on a weeknight. The economic theme stays a bit abstract, but the tactical puzzle underneath is satisfying.
What we like
- Distills Lisboa's city-building system into a fast 45-minute filler.
- Tile placement and worker placement combine for tactical depth.
- Easy-to-learn rules still offer meaningful decisions.
- Includes a solo mode for solitaire play.
Keep in mind
- Economic theme can feel somewhat abstract.
- Shorter playtime offers less depth than full-length Lacerda games.
- Area majority scoring can occasionally feel swingy.
Who it's for
Good for euro-strategy fans age 12+ who enjoy tile placement and economic games, playable solo or in groups up to four.
