La Città
- Players
- 2-5
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.3 / 5
- Year
- 2000
About the game
La Città places two to five players in charge of rival Renaissance city-states, each trying to grow the largest and best-developed population. Players build farms, quarries, marketplaces, and bathhouses to feed, finance, and care for their citizens, while other structures grant influence that can pull population away from neighboring cities. At the end of each of six turns, the 'Voice of the People' determines whose city gains favor based on relative strengths. Victory comes from balancing a well-rounded, well-fed, and populous city over the course of the game. It's a classic city-building euro built around area influence and resource management.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's team sees La Città as an interesting, somewhat overlooked entry in the city-building euro genre, notable for its unusual population-shifting mechanic between rival cities. It rewards players who can balance multiple competing priorities across a fairly long game. The complexity and downtime place it firmly in heavy-euro territory rather than a casual pick. Recommended for dedicated groups who enjoy classic-style area-influence strategy games.
What we like
- Unique population-shift mechanic between cities.
- Deep, rewarding city-building strategy.
- Distinctive Renaissance Italian theme.
- Long-term planning pays off across six turns.
Keep in mind
- Significant downtime, especially with more players.
- Complex rules can be a hurdle for new players.
- Long playtime commitment for a full session.
Who it's for
Best for experienced strategy gamers who enjoy classic city-building euros, ideal for groups of 2-5 adults.
