Lux Nova: Master of Stained Glass
- 1–4 players
- 10 min
- 2024
- BGG rank
- BGG #19,885
- BGG rating
- 7.0
Lux Nova
2024
Rules assistance for Lux Nova
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- 1–4 players
- 10–15 min
- 6+
- Complexity 1.0/5
Rules assistant for Lux Nova
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Lux Nova is a board game released in 2024 for 1–4 players, 10–15 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Reiner Knizia and its main mechanics are Tile Placement, Pattern Building, and Solo / Solitaire Game.
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About the game
Stained glass has always brought light to great buildings, and since its invention in medieval times we have been able to contemplate the spectral beauty of colors when light passes through glass. Explore the ancient art of stained glass and immerse yourself in a world of colors and light! Master the skill of transforming simple pieces of glass into masterpieces and become a renowned master stained glass artist. In Lux Nova, players compete for spaces in the construction of a large stained glass window. Look for the best fittings to stand out from the rest, choosing the right moment to place your part of the stained glass. The beauty of your contribution will be well rewarded with victory points, but the more valuable an area of the stained glass becomes, the more points it can also earn your opponents. (description from publisher) Each player will use cards that show different color patterns. Each turn, players must play a card from their hand, completing as many color patterns as possible with cards already played on the table to score the most points. When the cards run out, the player with the most points wins the game.
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Questions and answers
Lux Nova supports 1–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Lux Nova is 10–15 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Lux Nova for ages 6 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Lux Nova has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Lux Nova belongs to these categories: Card Game and Abstract Strategy. Its main mechanics are Tile Placement, Pattern Building, and Solo / Solitaire Game. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Lux Nova are: Reiner Knizia. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Lux Nova as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.