Auction/Bidding | Board Game Mechanic

This mechanic involves players placing bids, typically monetary, to acquire goods that enhance their position in the game. These goods can grant future actions or improve a player's standing. Auctions proceed with players taking turns bidding on an item until one winner is determined, who then claims the item. Many games include a rule that gradually lowers the item's price if no bids are placed. Once an auction concludes, additional items may be bid on in subsequent rounds until the auction phase ends based on game conditions or item availability.