Nefertiti
- Players
- 3-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 45 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 10+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.4 / 5
- Year
- 2008
About the game
Nefertiti sends councilors across ancient Egypt to gather the finest gifts for Pharaoh Akhenaton's forgotten wedding anniversary. Players bid for goods at locations from Gizeh to Abu Simbel, collecting sets of treasures to please the queen and earn royal favor. The auction mechanic forces tough choices about when to spend and when to hold back for better opportunities later. It's a brisk 45-minute set-collection game wrapped in a charming historical theme.
Hobbli's Notes
Nefertiti offers a clean, well-paced auction game that rewards reading your opponents' intentions as much as your own hand. The Egyptian theme is light but colorful, and games move quickly enough to fit in multiple rounds a night. A solid pick for groups that enjoy bidding games in the vein of Ra or Medici.
What we like
- Elegant, quick-playing auction mechanics.
- Charming ancient Egypt theme.
- Easy to teach to new players.
- Rewarding set-collection scoring.
Keep in mind
- Limited to 3-4 players only.
- Auction mechanics may not suit players who dislike bidding.
- Thematic depth is mostly flavor.
Who it's for
Good for casual and family gamers aged 10+ who enjoy auction and set-collection games, best with 3-4 players.
