Zen Garden
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Description
Try for free on Tabletop Simulator: Steam Workshop::Zen Garden
Transport yourself to a calming Japanese rock garden of your own design in Zen Garden;
Build out the space and place features harmoniously within to achieve serenity...
And reflect on the beautiful landscape you have made when it is all done.
On each turn, draw 2 tiles from the bag; choose one to rotate and/or flip and place anywhere in the garden, and discard the other.
When you complete a circle, you may place a small feature of your choice on any full circle and use its associated power.
This gardener opted to plant a tree, giving them an additional tile to choose from next turn.
As you build out your garden, you will populate it with more features, and can even switch them out for larger ones.
By adding the appropriate features, this gardener was able to exchange a small stone with a large one.
Upon completing a complete 4x3 grid of tiles, see if you were able to fulfill your landscape card.
You can earn additional points by meeting the challenge text at the bottom as well.
Also check for set bonuses and other accomplishments per the scoring card.
Don't forget to take the opportunity for a photo of your finished garden!
Feel free to revisit the garden and explore the space time and time again;
You may even be inclined to do so with a partner. ☺☻
Watch co-designer Galen speed-through a game of Zen Garden:
Enjoy an unboxing video by co-designer Ben Moy:
Like what you see?
You can play Zen Garden on Tabletop Simulator today.
About the Designers
Simon Beal lives board games. When he’s not designing and playing them, he designs and sells 3D printed game accessories. Simon lives in the Midlands, UK with his crazy dog.
Website: Another Dimension
Galen McCown is psychotherapist, musician, dad, and aspiring game designer from Syracuse, NY.
Website: Galen's Games
Ben Moy is everyone’s friend in the board game design community. When not designing games, he is making game design videos and helping other designers with their projects. Ben lives in Chicago, Illinois.
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Components
| Component | Quantity | Photo |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Large Punchout | 2 |  |
| Square Deck | 1 deck of 8 cards |  |
| Square Deck | 1 deck of 4 cards |  |
| 3mm Large Acrylic Shapes | 2 |  |
| Medium Stout Box (Full Box Printed) | 1 |  |
| Large Booklet | 1 |  |
| 3 X 4 Baggies | 1 |  |
| Hatman Green | 1 |  |
| Parts Bag, Medium, Green | 1 |  |
Vitals
| Average Rating | 1 reviews |
|---|---|
| Publish Date | May 11, 2021 |
| Edition | First |
| Department | Games |
| Tags | rock garden tile Placement Objective tiny towns zen garden solo game puzzle another dimension simon beal galen's games galen mccown your friend ben moy ben moy japan |
Why buy this?
- Clear acrylic tiles allow flexibility in their arrangement.
- "I draw, I choose" makes a tight cooperative experience.
- Always finish with a serene garden to look upon proudly.
Downloads
Another Dimension
Notes
- This game contains a premium upgrade called UV Coating that makes the printed components more durable.
- This game contains laser cut components. Laser cut items will have a slight amount of soot around the edges, which can easily be wiped off; and will have a campfire smell for about a week after you open them.
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