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Mercante (2012)

3–5 players · 60 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.6 on BGG

Players
3–5
Play time
60 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
6.6/10

Best for 3–5 players aged 12+ who like economic games — medium complexity, plays in 60 min.

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About Mercante

A city as large and crowded as Tempest depends on the daily arrival of supplies and foodstuffs, and the wealthiest echelons of society demand the latest goods and luxuries almost as frequently. Domination of this bustling trade is the ultimate goal of every merchant house in the city. In Mercante, you control one of these merchant houses. Deploy your trusted agents to purchase goods from arriving ships and sell them into the most profitable markets.

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Mercante FAQ

How many players is Mercante?
Mercante plays with 3–5 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Mercante take to play?
A game of Mercante takes 60 min, at medium complexity (2.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Mercante any good?
Mercante rates 6.6/10 from 330 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / renaissance game built around auction/bidding, card drafting, commodity speculation.