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Hidden Strategies in Niche Game Design
A crossword exploring rare and obscure mechanics found in unique board games.
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  • 1. Optimizing cards or tokens held for maximum effect
  • 2. Players working together against the game system
  • 3. Non-linear movement pattern often overlooked
  • 7. Bidding mechanic to acquire resources or privileges
  • 10. Placing pieces atop each other to build structures or towers
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  • 4. Managing resource availability over multiple turns
  • 5. Capturing territory by surrounding it
  • 6. Choosing cards or resources in turn-based selection
  • 8. Pre-planning moves that resolve in a specific order
  • 9. Mechanic involving intricate tile placement to form patterns
  • 11. Triggered sequences of actions from a single event
  • 12. Using clues to infer hidden information
  • 13. Physical skill mechanic using finger snaps or flicks
  • 14. Blocking movements by piece positioning

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