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When the world seems to be crumbling around you, sometimes it’s crucial that you feel in control.

Playing city builders is how I stave off the worry, in any case.

Dorfromantik and Creature Comforts cozy city building games

It’s veryCarcassonnecoded, with short games and a nice easy-to-follow point tally.

Plus, it makes for a super relaxing solo game, too.

This is a story-focussed game of resource management and exploration.

Frostpunk | $119.99 $87.99 at AmazonSave $32 -

Dorfromantik | $44.99 $35.99 at Miniature MarketSave $9 -

Above and Below | $47.74 $38.80 at AmazonSave $8.94 -

Creature Comforts | $49 $37.93 at AmazonSave $11.07 -

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