Feb 7, 2023 · We’re revisiting the original to try and find out what makes this modern classic board game about decorating palace walls quite so compelling. Like many other abstracts, Azul is a little...

In the game Azul, players take turns drafting colored tiles from suppliers to their player board. Later in the round, players score points based on how they've placed their tiles to decorate the palace.

Dec 4, 2025 · I put Azul to the test over the course of five weeks, playing at two, three, and four person tables, to see exactly where it sits among the best board games on the market right now.

Dec 6, 2025 · A game of Azul comes to an end when one player has completed a single row. Azul is deceptively simple. It starts off by looking like a no interaction abstract puzzle, but as you dig deeper …

Oct 21, 2024 · Today, we’re reviewing Azul, a board game that combines strategic depth with stunning visuals. Designed by Michael Kiesling and published by Plan B Games, Azul has quickly become a …

Jun 25, 2025 · Azul is a visually striking tile-drafting and pattern-building game themed around decorating the walls of the Royal Palace of Evora in Portugal. While the theme is largely aesthetic, …

Jun 6, 2025 · At the end of the day, I think Azul is a fantastic mix of beauty, strategy, and pure fun, so I would definitely recommend it. Once you crack the rules, it becomes one of those games that keeps …

Jan 6, 2023 · Verdict Azul is an ingenious, top-tier tile placement board game that marries pacy, cut-throat drafting gameplay to one of the most stylish physical designs we've seen on a tabletop. But …

Feb 20, 2023 · Looking for a classic board game suitable for kids and newcomers to the hobby? Check out our Azul review and see why we recommend it.

Read our review of Azul Board Game, where elegant design meets engaging gameplay. Find out why this game is perfect for strategy lovers & casual players alike.