
- BGG rank
- BGG #2
- BGG rating
- 8.5
Ark Nova
- 1–4 players
- 90–150 min
- Complexity 3.8/5
- 2021

Rules assistance for Shrinkopolis: Worksites
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Shrinkopolis: Worksites is an expansion for Shrinkopolis released in 2026 for 1–4 players, 15–45 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Ondra Sekanina and its main mechanics are Set Collection, End Game Bonuses, and Open Drafting.
Shrinkopolis: Worksites introduces 4 double-sided Worksite cards that replace players' starting city cards. During final scoring, a Worksite can count as any one reward card type for objectives. Animal Worksites are even more flexible, counting as any animal type and helping complete animal sets. The expansion also adds a new once-per-game Relocation action. A player may cover their Worksite with a previously placed card, repositioning part of their city, creating new connections, and gaining resources from newly formed links. Worksites add new tactical opportunities and greater flexibility when planning and developing your city. Contents: 4 double-sided Worksite cards 1 rules card
Shrinkopolis: Worksites 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 Shrinkopolis: Worksites is 15–45 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 Shrinkopolis: Worksites for ages 10 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.
Shrinkopolis: Worksites belongs to these categories: Card Game, Animals, and Expansion for Base-game. Its main mechanics are Set Collection, End Game Bonuses, and Open Drafting. 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 Shrinkopolis: Worksites are: Ondra Sekanina. 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 Shrinkopolis: Worksites as an expansion for Shrinkopolis. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Shrinkopolis to use it. Check that your edition of Shrinkopolis is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.