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PROS
- Official Carcassonne gameplay with an alternative Solitaire mode.
- Local and Online multiplayer modes.
- Spoken tutorial for new players.
- Excellent value for money.
CONS
- iPad users will need to wait for a native version - that said, it will be a free update.
VERDICT
Despite only being published a decade ago, Carcassonne has all the hallmarks of a classic board-game and grabbing a version to play on the go is a boon that no one should miss.
Video Review
Full Review
The Coding Monkeys have done an excellent job of transforming the sensational board-game title of Carcassonne to the iPhone. That's jumping the gun on the review, but if you're already a fan of the addictive board-game published by Hans im Glück then that should be all you really need to hear. For everyone else, this is an opportunity you just can't miss.
Like many board-games, the space requirements can become utterly daunting to deal with, especially when confronted with a game like Carcassonne that allows players to place tiles down in order to create a spanning web of castles and road-filled countrysides. Each turn players are given a random card to add to the field that must correctly join up with another card, providing opportunities to place down their 'meeple' to help score points. Players can be cunning and block opportunities created by others, but meeple left on the board will accumulate points once the available cards have run out.
The game's interface is simple and easy to manage, with tiles gracefully sliding in to place and completed territories are marked for future reference. Automatic end-game scoring is a boon to those familiar with the laborious task of counting the remaining accumulated point. For those after an extra challenge, a solitaire mode has been included with high-score boards and the ability to challenge friends with the exact same tileset you've used.
Compared to purchasing the full board-game, this is an absolute steal and a must have for all social gamers.
App Store Info
Carcassonne on your iPhone and iPod touch. Play the original award winning board game with friends, family, or other board game enthusiasts over the Internet.
Build a medieval landscape, tile by tile, claim landmarks with your followers and score points. As a winner of the prestigious "Spiel des Jahres" award in 2001, the game allows for a plethora of play styles and strategies. If you like social gaming or board games you will love Carcassonne!
Carcassonne is brought to you by three guys that care a lot about software and board games and have official support by the game's publisher. We hope you have hours of fun playing. If you are having fun (or if there is a problem!) - let us know about it.
FEATURES
• Official Carcassonne game with original artwork
• 8 different AI players
• Internet multiplayer with Push Notifications
• Local network play with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
• Unique Solitaire mode
• Available in English and German
• Online and offline ranking
• Comprehensive in-game manual
• Tutorials with voice acting
• Compete for the best score in Solitaire Game of the Week
• Chat function for Internet and local network games
• Invite friends to play in-game or via email
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What about the iPad?
We are working hard to pour as much love into the iPad as we did on the phone. It's coming, please be patient. If you buy now, the universal version will be a free update. When it's ready, the price for the universal app will rise to $9.99.
What about Expansions?
The app includes the base tile set, but we are working on expansions as in-app purchases.
Updates
- FIXES• fixed a delay while placing meeple for some users with new iPads• added missing retina graphics in the Manual and About screens• fixed issue that could cause negative total points in local highscoresNEW IN 2.50• Full support and all new graphics for the new iPad's Retina Display
Languages
- English
- German
Requirements
- Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.
Requires iOS 3.1 or later
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Comments (3)
matt608 (1 year ago) Reply
These conversions of <a href="http://playingboardgames.com/">board games</a> to apps is interesting. The main strengh of the carcassonne game I'd say is that it's very easy to learn but still has depth, so new players can have a good grasp after just one game, meaning you can play it easily with new players. I'm keen to try the app version now...
anthonyafterwit (1 year, 11 months ago) Reply
I've played the board game version and the Xbox version. This is a no-brainer. More euro-game conversions please!
switchit (1 year, 11 months ago) Reply
Very relaxing game. Played it on X360 and i can only recommend it