Ape Town
2025Reiner Knizia
- Videos
- 8
- Creators
- 7
Mainly reviews. Ape Town is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 5 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, and 1 other video.
2 - 4 players
45 - 60 min
Medium weight: Teach it in one sitting
From BoardGameGeek
Since the apes have taken over, the atmosphere in the southern coastal town has been harsh. Gangs armed with bananas roam the dark alleys in search of attractive trading points. At the same time, new primates flock to the city, laying claim to the most promising territories. Unsurprisingly, conflicts are a daily business in Ape Town, and the local bosses regularly assert their power – that is, until other alpha animals enter the arena to impose themselves. Only the loopy lemurs can help, acting as mediators to ensure peace and order, while also vying for influence in neighboring territories with their cunning approach. Keep a close eye on the evolution of the city because only those involved with profitable territories stand a chance of becoming the most influential silverback.
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Which Ape Town video should I watch?
Ape Town has 8 videos from 7 creators: 5 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides and 1 other video. They date from 2025 to July 2026.
To learn the rules, start with "Doug vs Ape Town, a 2025 board game from Reiner Knizia and Piatnik." by Doug Adams, which runs 16 min.
For an opinion before you buy, start with "Ape Town Review: Bananhattan" by The Dice Tower. 5 creators have reviewed it.
If you like it, try Ra, Rebirth, The Quest for El Dorado and My City, also by Reiner Knizia.
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2017Reiner Knizia
- Videos
- 81
- Creators
- 61
Mainly reviews
2 - 4 players30 - 60 minLight weight
About Ape Town
From BoardGameGeek:
Since the apes have taken over, the atmosphere in the southern coastal town has been harsh. Gangs armed with bananas roam the dark alleys in search of attractive trading points. At the same time, new primates flock to the city, laying claim to the most promising territories. Unsurprisingly, conflicts are a daily business in Ape Town, and the local bosses regularly assert their power – that is, until other alpha animals enter the arena to impose themselves. Only the loopy lemurs can help, acting as mediators to ensure peace and order, while also vying for influence in neighboring territories with their cunning approach. Keep a close eye on the evolution of the city because only those involved with profitable territories stand a chance of becoming the most influential silverback.
Designer
Reiner Knizia
Artist
Lars Besten
Publisher
Piatnik
Categories
Mechanics