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Product Description
From the Manufacturer
This new Big Box contains the base game, plus the most popular of the expansions inns and cathedrals, traders and builders, princess and dragon, abbey and mayor and bridges, castles and bazaars. For 2 to 6 players. Play time of 45 minutes.
Product Description
Carcassonne Big Box #3 includes the basic Carcassonne game, along the following expansions: Inns and Cathedrals, Traders and Builders, Princess and Dragon, Abbey and Mayor, Bridges, and Castles and Bazaars. The box has a box liner designed with spaces for all the components.
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
62 of 62 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
Durability:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Educational:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The GAME: Carcasonne is an amazingly fun, addictive, simple yet deep, and interactive game that's fun to play with 1 other person or 6 other people. The basic game is incredibly simple, and using all expansions at the same time is very complex; but that's part of what makes this game so great is that anyone can figure out how to play the basic game in about 5 seconds, yet even the basic game involves a good amount of subtle strategy and therefore isn't as easy to "master" as it is to learn how to play. And then add to that the fact that there are a multitude of expansions available, and it gives Carcassonne an incredible amount of depth and replay value that goes far beyond almost any other game I've ever played in my life.
The EXPANSIONS: Say you're playing with a bunch of 5 year-olds that have never played the game before. Just use the basic game and everyone will be able to play and have fun. Now, say those kids are 10 and have played a few times before. Maybe you want to use the basic game plus one or two of the expansions. That adds more cards to the game, a few more complex rules, and the game will be longer and more fun for everyone (since by now playing just the basic game may be a little boring). Now, say you're playing with a group of adults that have played the game countless times. Use the basic game plus all 5 expansions and the game is now going to be very complex, deep, interactive, challenging, fun, and even combative (in a friendly sort of way). The point is that you can pick and choose which expansions you want to play depending on who is playing with you, how much time you have, how complex you want the game to be, what strategies you want to use, etc. And even though I said that the basic game by itself could get "boring", I guarantee that this game in its entirety could never get boring because each game is entirely different and the strategies you use to win will change every single time you play.
This BOX: this is by FAR the most well thought out board game packaging I've ever seen, which is good since it includes the basic game plus 5 optional expansions which you can pick and choose from. Each card has a little water mark on it which indicates which expansion it's part of. The box has a slot for each set of cards, separated by expansion set. So at the end of each game, it's easy to put the game pieces into the appropriate piles of cards, and then put those cards into the appropriate slot in the box. Brilliant!
The EXPANSIONS: Say you're playing with a bunch of 5 year-olds that have never played the game before. Just use the basic game and everyone will be able to play and have fun. Now, say those kids are 10 and have played a few times before. Maybe you want to use the basic game plus one or two of the expansions. That adds more cards to the game, a few more complex rules, and the game will be longer and more fun for everyone (since by now playing just the basic game may be a little boring). Now, say you're playing with a group of adults that have played the game countless times. Use the basic game plus all 5 expansions and the game is now going to be very complex, deep, interactive, challenging, fun, and even combative (in a friendly sort of way). The point is that you can pick and choose which expansions you want to play depending on who is playing with you, how much time you have, how complex you want the game to be, what strategies you want to use, etc. And even though I said that the basic game by itself could get "boring", I guarantee that this game in its entirety could never get boring because each game is entirely different and the strategies you use to win will change every single time you play.
This BOX: this is by FAR the most well thought out board game packaging I've ever seen, which is good since it includes the basic game plus 5 optional expansions which you can pick and choose from. Each card has a little water mark on it which indicates which expansion it's part of. The box has a slot for each set of cards, separated by expansion set. So at the end of each game, it's easy to put the game pieces into the appropriate piles of cards, and then put those cards into the appropriate slot in the box. Brilliant!
60 of 60 people found the following review helpful
By C Winger
Durability:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Educational:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Likes:
1. The tile format and artwork is appealing.
2. The simplicity and ease-of-teaching make it a great gateway board game that most people can pick up.
3. This box set has all of the best expansions in one place for less than purchasing them all separately.
4. Most games with 5 or less people are under an hour.
Suggestions:
During play, use a Crown Royal bag or some other non-transparent bag and throw the pile of draw tiles in the bag. This will save table space and makes the random tile drawing easier, allowing you to quickly pass the bag around as you play.
Dislikes:
None really. This is a big box, so it's not suited for travel. However, if you plan on traveling with this game, you can make use of the aforementioned cloth bag and take only the expansions you want on the road.
Bottom Line:
A game you can share and enjoy with family and friends for years to come.
1. The tile format and artwork is appealing.
2. The simplicity and ease-of-teaching make it a great gateway board game that most people can pick up.
3. This box set has all of the best expansions in one place for less than purchasing them all separately.
4. Most games with 5 or less people are under an hour.
Suggestions:
During play, use a Crown Royal bag or some other non-transparent bag and throw the pile of draw tiles in the bag. This will save table space and makes the random tile drawing easier, allowing you to quickly pass the bag around as you play.
Dislikes:
None really. This is a big box, so it's not suited for travel. However, if you plan on traveling with this game, you can make use of the aforementioned cloth bag and take only the expansions you want on the road.
Bottom Line:
A game you can share and enjoy with family and friends for years to come.
31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
Durability:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Educational:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Took a chance and purchased the Big Box rather than the stand-alone game as previous research on the game (both written and video reviews) convinced me it would be a game our family would enjoy, so why not save some money on the expansions? This has turned out to be a prescient decision as, after playing it about a dozen times, we've already added the Inns and Cathedrals expansion to mix things up a bit.
Our family enjoys the game for a number of reasons:
1. The basic game was easy to learn even for our seven year old and the Inns and Cathedrals expansion did not add any great complexity.
2. Quick to play (average time between 30 and 45 minutes) so it fits into our weekly boardgame rotation.
3. A good mix of planning and randomness that gives our seven year old a solid chance to win. By comparison, we also regularly play Ticket to Ride. Ticket has a bit more emphasis on planning than randomness and, as a result, our seven-year old is not nearly as successful (while still enjoying it).
Overall, an enjoyable addition to our family's board game collection.
Our family enjoys the game for a number of reasons:
1. The basic game was easy to learn even for our seven year old and the Inns and Cathedrals expansion did not add any great complexity.
2. Quick to play (average time between 30 and 45 minutes) so it fits into our weekly boardgame rotation.
3. A good mix of planning and randomness that gives our seven year old a solid chance to win. By comparison, we also regularly play Ticket to Ride. Ticket has a bit more emphasis on planning than randomness and, as a result, our seven-year old is not nearly as successful (while still enjoying it).
Overall, an enjoyable addition to our family's board game collection.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Love this Game!
Love the game Carcassonne, but wish I didn't get all the "expansion" and add ons. Don't really play with them and they cost additional money.
Published 2 days ago by Karen Simpson Giammatteo
5.0 out of 5 stars
We Love to play Carcassonne
My grandchildren and I are having a wonderful time playing Carcassonne, I highly recommend this game to one and all.
Published 9 days ago by Judy Yates
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent Tabble Game
This one of The Best Board Games. Carcassonne looks fantastic when set up on the table, has a wide range of expansions available, and should be a part of every gamer’s collection.
Published 24 days ago by Emmanuel Millan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome value in a giant box
I know people who buy Rio Grande games complained about the size of the Big Box sets. But honestly, these are the best value out there. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Michelle Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars
Addicted to Carcassonne
I absolutely love playing tabletop games. My closest friend, who is also a tabletop fanatic, got me hooked on Carcassonne. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Justin G. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Such a great game
This game is amazing! I really like it and all the expansions that come with it. This is a great family game too.
Published 1 month ago by Nelson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great game
We play this at home and wanted one here in Florida. Basic game is the same but the new additions are taking some getting used to so gradually adding them in.
Published 1 month ago by Mr. and Mrs. D. J. post
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great game
Such a great game. Provides endless entertainment. The expansions add an extra level of play for the more advanced players.
Published 1 month ago by Ben S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun game
This games strikes a great balance between simplicity and strategy. For that reason, it's great for a big family of all ages, pleasing for all involved (i.e. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Scott
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent value / game
Carcassonne is terrifically simple and engaging. The included expansions in this set are a super deal, and highly recommended for those who are fans of the base game. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Matt Knutson
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