National Economy
- Players: 1–4 players
- Play time: 30–45 min
- BGG rating: 7.5
About National Economy
National Economy is a strategic economic card game set during the 19th and 20th centuries, when national economies rapidly expanded. Players act as business owners, hiring workers, constructing buildings, and managing cash flow to navigate a volatile and competitive market. Each round, players assign workers to available workplaces to activate effects such as earning money, acquiring new cards, or hiring additional workers. As the game progresses, new workplace cards are added to the communal pool, gradually increasing the range of available actions. However, players must also contend with rising wage demands and the risk of unpaid salaries, forcing difficult decisions like selling off valuable assets. The game rewards efficient resource management, long-term planning, and adaptability. Strategic building placement and timing are key, as players balance investment, labor, and liquidity in pursuit of economic dominance. The goal is to accumulate the most wealth by the end of the ninth and final round, calculated by the total value of your constructed buildings and remaining money. —description from the publisher
- Released
- 2025
- Designer
- 西村裕 (Hiroshi Nishimura)
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 4 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play National Economy?
National Economy plays with 1–4 players.
What is the best player count for National Economy?
BoardGameGeek community voters say National Economy is best with 4 players (7 votes).
How long does National Economy take to play?
A game of National Economy takes 30–45 min.
What age is National Economy for?
The recommended minimum age for National Economy is 12+.
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