Splendor

Splendor is a strategy game designed by Marc André and published in 2014 by Space Cowboys. This emblematic work transports players to the Renaissance, where they embody gem merchants developing mines, transportation and shops to accumulate prestige points.

Splendor's success rests on its elegant engine building mechanism: players collect colored tokens representing precious gems, spending them to acquire development cards that provide permanent discounts and prestige points. This mechanic creates a virtuous circle where each purchase strengthens purchasing power, allowing access to increasingly precious cards.

The universe was enriched with the Cities of Splendor expansion in 2017, including four modules, then Splendor: Marvel in 2020, a re-themed version around the Infinity Stones. The range also includes Splendor Duel, an adaptation specially designed for two players by Bruno Cathala and Marc André.