About the game
Cuba places 2-5 players in pre-revolutionary villages competing for wealth and political influence through trade, buildings, and legislation. You'll ship goods from the harbor, sell products on the domestic market, erect distilleries, hotels, and banks, and even send delegates to parliament to sway new laws in your favor. A voting mechanic ties the whole board together, letting players collectively shape the rules everyone plays under. Victory points accumulate through shrewd trading, timely construction, and savvy political maneuvering.
Hobbli's Notes
Cuba offers a satisfying, Puerto Rico-adjacent economic engine with an unusual political voting layer that gives it its own identity. The interplay between personal economy and shared legislation makes for interesting group dynamics. Be warned that downtime can climb at higher player counts, so it plays best with a table that doesn't mind a slower pace for the depth on offer.
What we like
- Rich economic engine combining production, trading, and construction.
- Unique voting mechanic adds meaningful political interaction.
- Strong historical Cuban theme woven through the mechanics.
- Rewards long-term planning and adaptable strategy.
Keep in mind
- Notable downtime, especially at higher player counts.
- Steep learning curve for players new to heavier euros.
- Market and auction subsystems can feel fiddly at first.
Who it's for
Suited to experienced euro-gamers aged 12+ who enjoy economic engine-building with a political voting twist; 2-5 players.
