Splendor (2014)

How to play Splendor

During your turn, you can take 1 of the following 3 actions:

• Purchase gems.
• Buy a development card.
• Reserve a development card.

If you choose to buy gems, you can get three different gems or two gems of the same type. If you buy a development card, you pay the corresponding number of gems listed on the card and add it to your play area. To reserve a development card, you place it face down in front of you. This costs you one turn but will give you 1 gold, a very valuable material that you can use like any gem.

All development cards you buy increase your wealth because they give you permanent gem rewards for future purchases. Some development cards also give you additional reputation points.

The game will trigger an end event when a player reaches 15 reputation points. At this time, the remaining players complete their round to ensure everyone has an equal number of turns. Then, whoever has the most reputation points will become the winner. In case of a tie, the person who bought fewer developed cards wins.

Above is a brief guide on how to play Splendor. To know more details about the game rules, please watch the videos below.