Objective of the Game
In Giganten, players compete to become the most successful oil tycoon. By strategically placing oil rigs, extracting oil, and efficiently using infrastructure, players aim to accumulate the most wealth.
Game Components
- Game Board: Shows an oil field divided into different extraction areas.
- Oil Rigs and Drilling Ships: Used to pump oil in the game area.
- Transport Vehicles: Facilitate the delivery of oil to refineries.
- Action Cards: Control the movement and actions of players.
- Money and Action Cards: Allow for strategic decisions.
Starting the Game
- Setup the Board: Place the board in the center. Place refineries, workers, and vehicle markers in their designated spots.
- Distribute Materials: Each player receives a set number of oil rigs, drilling ships, and transport vehicles.
- Distribute Starting Capital: Each player gets an equal amount of money to invest in the game’s economy.
Basic Gameplay
- The game progresses in rounds divided into phases like planning, extraction, and transport.
- Planning: Players set their strategies by placing positions on the board and using action cards.
- Extraction: Players use oil rigs to extract oil from designated areas.
- Transport: Players move their vehicles to export points or refineries.
Rules and Strategies
- Oil Extraction: Where you place your rig dictates the potential oil reserves. Strategic positioning during planning is critical.
- Infrastructure Management: Using action cards effectively can be crucial. Less-utilized routes might be more rewarding if they're clear.
- Competition: Keep an eye on opponents: sometimes disrupting their plans, like blocking a refinery route, pays off.
- Costs and Investments: The game rewards long-term thinking. While rapid spending may yield short-term benefits, wise investments in infrastructure pay off over time.
Winning the Game
The game ends when a player reaches a certain wealth target. Alternatively, after a set number of rounds, the richest player is declared the winner.
Tips for Beginners
- Use the first round to get a feel for possible card combinations.
- Early on, develop a strategy for where to place your oil rigs, but stay flexible.
- Watch the actions of your opponents and don’t get distracted.
Giganten combines strategic thinking with a dynamic game flow and is especially suitable for players who appreciate economic planning aspects.
