Orloj: The Prague Astronomical Clock

From the heart of Prague's Old Town, the ancient Astronomical Clock — the Orloj — marks the passage of time with its intricate mechanism and enigmatic figures. A marvel of medieval technology that has endured for centuries, the Orloj is one of Europe's most iconic landmarks.

In this heavy strategy game, the clock face itself becomes your action board. Each turn, place your workers on the Orloj to take a primary and secondary action, configured through your growing mastery. Forcing the clock mechanism grants you greater flexibility — but every deviation must be corrected before the rooster crows. Construct the zodiac spheres, paint the calendar months, and build the carillon of the apostles to leave your mark on Prague's greatest masterpiece.

Set in 1865, when the legendary carillon painted by Josef Mánes was added to the original 1410 clock face, Orloj is a deeply thematic euro game that rewards long-term planning, engine building, and careful resource management. Expand your workshop, hire skilled assistants, and complete your vision before the final bell rings.

Highlights

• Workers placed directly on the famous clock face — a unique action board
• Force the mechanism for more flexibility, but balance the deviations
• Build the calendar, apostles, and zodiac spheres for scoring
• Expand your workshop and hire assistants for end-game bonuses
• 1–4 players | 120 min | Age 14+ | Language: English
• Publisher: Perro Loko Games (distributed by Devir)

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