2022S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
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1 - 4 players60 - 90 minHeavy weight

2026S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
Mostly reviews and playthroughs. Towers of Sifnos is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 3 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, 3 recorded sessions, and 1 other video.
From BoardGameGeek
Following the aftermath of the Samian invasion, the Greek inhabitants of Sifnos sought to better defend their mineral rich land. Over the course of several centuries, they constructed a network of over seventy beacon towers scattered across the small island. This system would allow them to quickly communicate a variety of messages, and most importantly, warn of incoming sea invasions. Now's your chance to step into the role of an ancient Greek military commander! Prepare your people against raiding pirates by constructing towers, mustering soldiers, and investing into the future of Sifnos. Your goal in Towers of Sifnos is to have the most victory points (VP) at game's end. Points are primarily gained by increasing your influence and successfully defending the mining operations of the island's three predominant minerals: gold, silver, and lead. Players track their influence over these minerals on their player boards. Several invasions will occur over the course of the game, granting players the opportunity to prove their proficiency and might. After each invasion, the pirates will either grow in number or much needed allied reinforcements will arrive. The game ends immediately after three waves of reinforcements have arrived at the island. -description from the publisher
Towers of Sifnos has 9 videos from 8 creators: 3 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, 3 playthroughs and 1 other video. They date from 2025 to April 2026.
To learn the rules, start with "Wanna Learn to Play Towers of Sifnos? Clear & Simple How to Play" by How I Roll, which runs 28 min.
For an opinion before you buy, start with "Towers of Sifnos. Overview and Skit. Build Towers and Take Advantage of Pirate Attacks." by Meeple University. 3 creators have reviewed it. To see it played, watch "Towers of Sifnos - 3 Player Runthrough" by Garphill Games, one of 3 playthroughs.
If you like it, try Wayfarers of the South Tigris, Legacy of Yu, Viscounts of the West Kingdom and Architects of the West Kingdom, also by Shem Phillips.
2022S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
1 - 4 players60 - 90 minHeavy weight
2023Shem Phillips
1 players60 minMedium weight
2020S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
1 - 4 players60 - 90 minHeavy weight
2018S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
1 - 5 players60 - 80 minMedium weight
From BoardGameGeek:
Following the aftermath of the Samian invasion, the Greek inhabitants of Sifnos sought to better defend their mineral rich land. Over the course of several centuries, they constructed a network of over seventy beacon towers scattered across the small island. This system would allow them to quickly communicate a variety of messages, and most importantly, warn of incoming sea invasions. Now's your chance to step into the role of an ancient Greek military commander! Prepare your people against raiding pirates by constructing towers, mustering soldiers, and investing into the future of Sifnos. Your goal in Towers of Sifnos is to have the most victory points (VP) at game's end. Points are primarily gained by increasing your influence and successfully defending the mining operations of the island's three predominant minerals: gold, silver, and lead. Players track their influence over these minerals on their player boards. Several invasions will occur over the course of the game, granting players the opportunity to prove their proficiency and might. After each invasion, the pirates will either grow in number or much needed allied reinforcements will arrive. The game ends immediately after three waves of reinforcements have arrived at the island. -description from the publisher
Designers
S J Macdonald, Shem Phillips
Artist
Sam Phillips
Publisher
Garphill Games
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