Tír na nÓg
- Players
- 1-5
- 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.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.2 / 5
- Year
- 2024
About the game
Tír na nÓg sends legendary Celtic storytellers on a journey to the mythical Otherworld, weaving their tales into an ever-growing saga. Players place storytellers between shared story cards, then draft cards in reverse turn order to build a personal tableau one card at a time. Over five rounds, rows are scored according to goal cards and by connecting story cards of matching colors. It's a tight fantasy-themed drafting and tableau-building game for up to five players, with the designers' pedigree lending it real craft.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's team enjoyed the layered drafting puzzle here: the shared grid of storytellers creates interesting tension over who gets first pick each round. The Irish mythology theme is a nice change of pace from the usual fantasy tropes. It won't blow away seasoned drafting-game fans, but it's a solid, well-produced mid-weight option. We'd recommend it especially to players who already love card drafting and want fresh flavor.
What we like
- Rewards careful drafting and tableau planning over five tight rounds.
- Irish mythology theme feels fresh compared to typical fantasy settings.
- Scales flexibly from 1 to 5 players with a clear best count of 3.
- Playtime stays brisk at around 45 minutes.
- Row-scoring and color-connection scoring give multiple paths to victory.
Keep in mind
- Print & Play format may deter players who want premium components.
- Drafting order can favor whoever chooses last in a given round.
- Scoring rules on goal cards require some upfront explanation.
- Limited player interaction outside of the shared placement grid.
Who it's for
Best for fans of drafting and tableau-building card games looking for a mythology twist, ages 13 and up, playing in groups of 2-5 (ideally 3).
