Obsession

Step into the opulent world of mid-19th century Victorian England, where you are the head of a once-respected family estate on the rise! After years of hardship, the winds of fortune are shifting in your favor. Your mission? To elevate your estate’s stature and establish connections with the elite families of Derbyshire.

Obsession invites players to engage in a captivating blend of strategy and social maneuvering across 16 to 20 thrilling turns. Assemble a deck featuring the Victorian gentry—the upper echelons of British society—while renovating your estate by acquiring exquisite building tiles from a bustling central builders’ market.

As you play, strategically manage your extensive service staff, including butlers, housekeepers, and footmen, through a unique worker placement mechanic. Your success hinges on hosting magnificent social events such as Fox Hunts, Music Recitals, Billiards, Political Debates, and Grand Balls—all essential for amassing wealth, improving your reputation, and enhancing your network among the powerful and influential.

Every turn provides you with the opportunity to select a building tile, representing a lavish room or outdoor space in your grand country estate. Your choice will dictate the event type you can host and the distinguished guests you can invite. Careful planning is crucial; ensure your staff is adequately equipped to cater to the event and attend to guests' needs.

The rewards of your endeavors extend far beyond a successful soirée. Each triumph unlocks new investment opportunities, allowing for further estate renovations—leading to the acquisition of even more prestigious and influential building tiles. As your reputation in the county flourishes, so does your expanding circle of powerful acquaintances and a highly-trained domestic staff ready to serve.

Amidst this strategic gameplay, a competitive courtship unfolds as players vie for the affection of the most eligible young gentleman and lady in the county. Meeting specific renovation and reputation objectives is key to winning their hearts. Will you accumulate enough victory points to secure the hand of your love interest and claim ultimate victory in the game?

Elevate your position and charm your way to success in Obsession—where ambition, strategy, and social finesse collide!