Eleven

Categories: Economic, Sports

Mechanics: Closed Drafting, Dice Rolling, Open Drafting, Scenario/Mission/Campaign Game, Set Collection

Players: 1–4

Ages: 14+

Playtime: 60–120 Min

In the game Eleven, the number of players on the pitch—11—can be the deciding factor between being the best team and the worst. But every team knows that becoming the top in the league requires much more—it demands an exceptional manager. Eleven is an economic strategy game set in the world of football, where players take on the role of managing and growing their own football club over the course of a season.

Throughout the game, players hire essential staff members, such as trainers, physical therapists, PR specialists, and directors. They also secure sponsors, expand the stadium's infrastructure, and manage the club's social media presence. Key tasks include making player transfers and selecting the right tactics for each upcoming match.

Eleven is a scenario-driven game, featuring six different scenarios that challenge players with unique starting situations and season goals. Early on, the task might be straightforward: climbing the ranks of the football leagues and gaining experience. However, players may also need to manage a club in crisis, rejuvenate an aging team, or race against time to complete a stadium before the deadline.

Eleven is designed by Dutch designer Thomas Jansen.