XIPH Azul – The Award-Winning Tile Strategy Game of Art & Tactics

🧩 Azul – A Masterpiece of Strategy and Design

Step into the world of Portuguese artistry with Azul, the award-winning board game that combines elegant tile-drafting mechanics with breathtaking visual design. Inspired by the beauty of Moorish decorative tiles, Azul challenges players to strategically collect and place colorful tiles to complete stunning wall patterns and earn the highest score.

Whether you're a casual gamer or a strategic mastermind, Azul offers easy-to-learn rules with deep tactical gameplay, making it a perfect choice for families, friends, and board game enthusiasts alike.

✅ Why You'll Love Azul

• 🏆 Spiel des Jahres Winner – Recognized globally for excellence in game design
• 🎨 Gorgeous Components – High-quality, colorful resin tiles with a premium feel
• 🧠 Tactical Depth – Encourages strategic planning, pattern recognition, and smart tile selection
• 👥 Perfect for 2 to 4 Players – Fun and balanced gameplay for small groups
• ⏱️ Fast-Paced Fun – Playtime of just 30–45 minutes, ideal for quick sessions
• 🔁 Highly Replayable – No two games are ever the same

Bring beauty, strategy, and fun to your tabletop with Azul – a true modern classic that belongs in every board game collection.

• 🏆 Award-Winning Strategy Game Winner of the 2018 Spiel des Jahres (Game of the Year) – recognized for its elegant mechanics and visual appeal.
• 🧩 Tile-Drafting Gameplay Players take turns selecting beautifully designed tiles from a central market and strategically placing them on their personal board.
• 🎯 Strategic Yet Accessible Easy to learn, but offers deep strategy for more competitive players – perfect for family game nights or gamer meetups.
• 🖼️ Stunning Visual Design Features high-quality, vibrant tiles inspired by Portuguese azulejos – makes the game visually satisfying and tactile.
• 🧠 Enhances Planning & Tactics Encourages forward-thinking, spatial reasoning, and pattern recognition – great brain workout while being fun!
• 👥 2 to 4 Players Designed for 2–4 players, with gameplay lasting about 30–45 minutes – ideal for small groups.
• 🔁 High Replayability Multiple paths to victory and random tile draws ensure no two games are ever the same.
• 📦 Compact & Organized Comes with a well-designed insert to keep all components neatly stored for easy setup and clean-up.