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Canal Houses
Canal Houses
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Canal Houses is a light, elegant hand-drafting game for 2–5 players — a charming architectural puzzle set along the iconic waterways of Amsterdam.
Each round, every player simultaneously picks one card from their hand and builds it onto their canal house — a base at the bottom, floors stacked in the middle, and a roof to finish. Then the remaining cards pass to the left, and you draw a new card to refresh your hand. Simple in structure, but satisfying in execution: the right roof on the right house at the right moment is a small joy every time.
Houses score in different ways depending on their colours and combinations, so you're always watching what your neighbours are building while planning your own perfect skyline. Canal Houses plays in around 20 minutes and fits in a pocket — the kind of game that earns its place in every collection.
What's good?
- Simultaneous play keeps everyone engaged — no downtime, no waiting
- Drafting mechanic adds just enough tension without overcomplicating things
- Compact box makes it ideal for travel, holidays, or a quick game between heavier titles
- Accessible enough for kids aged 8+, satisfying enough for seasoned gamers
Who is it for?
- ✔ Families looking for a quick, easy-to-learn card game with a lovely theme
- ✔ Fans of light drafting games who enjoy quick, satisfying card play
- ✔ Travellers who want a great game that fits in a bag
- ✖ Players who prefer deep strategy or longer play sessions
Contents:
- 30 Base Cards
- 52 Floor Cards
- 27 Roof Cards
- 1 Bonus Colour Card
- 1 Rulebook
| Players | 2–5 |
| Playing Time | 20 mins |
| Age | Age 8+ |
| Complexity | Light (1.25 / 5) |
| Mechanics | Hand Drafting, Set Collection, Card Play |
| Publisher | Gigamic |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| Designer | Zach Hoekstra |
| Artist | Jason Gamber |
| Product Code | JBBELL-EN |
| Barcode | 3421278324716 |
| Dimensions | 16.0 × 3.5 × 11.5 cm |
Pair with: Browse our full Travel Card Games collection for more great compact games to take on the go.
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