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What house rule did you add that was more interesting than a game's standard rule ? (jlai.lu)
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Any game really

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[–] Okokimup@lemmy.world 2 points 15 hours ago (1 children)

Do you know of one? I don't know how to shop for a game based on so many specific mechanics. The rules changes have emerged organically over several years of playing and have been trial and error. Also I just really love birds.

[–] AwesomeLowlander@sh.itjust.works 4 points 15 hours ago (1 children)

I just really love birds.

Loving the theme is a very good reason to play a game :) As long as you enjoy it, don't feel pressured to change!

Based on your changes, it seems you're looking for extra complexity and length. I don't know what other games you like, but I'd suggest Terraforming Mars as having similar gameplay with some of the changes you've house ruled. It's also got a bunch of expansions so you could adjust as you see fit.

[–] Okokimup@lemmy.world 1 points 8 hours ago

Thank you for the suggestion, I'll look into it.