Mobile Game Monday: SAGRADA
Greetings, friends, and welcome to Mobile Game Monday, where we chat about games you can play on the go. If you like gaming on a phone or tablet , this is the place for you. Join us every week as we go on all sorts of adventures. Sagrada
Sagrada (2020) is Dire Wolf Digital's mobile adaptation of the 2017 dice-drafting board game from Floodgate Games. In Sagrada, players place dice to create a stained glass window for the famous Sagrada Familia Basilica. The artisan who creates the most stunning window wins.
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At the start of each round, a pool of random dice is rolled. These multicolored D6s represent the panes of glass needed to complete your beautiful window. Players then take turns selecting up to two dice per round from the shared pool. The first dice must be placed on the edge of your window and every die after that must be placed adjacent to an already placed die. Screenshots courtesy of Cassie Holguin.
Each player is given a unique window pattern to complete with some spaces that require a die of a certain color or value. For example, a purple square requires a purple die of any value. Whereas if a value is shown, you must play a die of any color with the required number. Additionally, dice of the same color or value cannot be placed next to each other.
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Sagrada is a game best learned by example. The basic rules are simple enough to pick up, especially after you play a game or two. In other words, it is easy enough to learn but difficult to master. Objectives
To make things a little more interesting and challenging, players must fulfill the requests of patrons. These are specific objectives players should meet to score the most points. These are shared objectives and give points for things like no repeated colors in a column or no repeated values in a row.
Additionally, each player also has a private objective to help them score even more points. Completing these objectives is how you earn points and ultimately–win the game.
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Every artist has tools at their disposal to make their job easier and this is no exception. Each game has tools available (for a price) that can turn the tide of a game. Use tools of the trade like the Lathekin which allows you to move two dice or the Flux Remover, which lets you get a completely new die. Set in Glass–Not Stone
Thankfully, there is an undo button that allows you to take back your last action (in most cases). I wish more games had this simple but much-appreciated feature. As you play, the game will even give you little tips, like asking if you want to end your turn without playing a dice.
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When you select a die from the pool, valid spaces are highlighted to help you make the best move. There are so many mechanics to make the learning process painless. I was playing the game confidently in no time. Game Modes Galore
In Sagrada , there is a game mode to suit any play style. Play through a campaign where you complete increasingly difficult windows. Take on AI or play the solo mode that features several difficulty levels.
If you prefer to play with friends there is a pass and play mode or invite your friends for online matches. Finally, challenge online players in a game or try to get the highest score in the daily challenge.
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Sagrada features a beautiful game design that mirrors the spirit of the original. The saturated colors and ethereal music create a surprisingly immersive experience. Sagrada is everything you could ask for in a mobile adaptation of a board game. Beautiful graphics, atmospheric music, clearly explained rules, decent AI, and smooth gameplay — this one checks all the boxes. And for the dice goblins like me, there are even satisfying dice sound effects. Gotta love those clicks and clacks. Screenshots courtesy of Cassie Holguin.
I love the board game version of Sagrada and while nothing beats the gorgeous physical components, this is a satisfying alternative. Not to mention, much more accessible and convenient.
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Well-done digital adaptations of board games are a great way to learn the game. There have been a few times that I played through digital versions of board games to clarify rules or gameplay. This is especially helpful if you are like me and learn best by demonstration. Most of these games, like Sagrada , have a step-by-step tutorial that teaches the game. Or maybe you don't have the time or space to set up a board game. Well, you can grab a friend and pull up Pass and Play Mode on your phone–easy peasy.
Take it easy, and play it safe, gamers!
Sagrada is $6.99 in the Play Store (free with a Play Pass subscription) and $4.99 in the App Store.
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