Tzolk'in: The Mayan Calendar – Tribes & Prophecies

The prophecy tiles add so much tension — you can't just build your engine anymore, you have to watch which calamity is coming. Lost my first game badly because I ignored them, and honestly that made me want to play again immediately.

The prophecies really change how you plan your turns, since ignoring a calamity can wreck your whole engine. The new tribe powers feel distinct without breaking the base game, and setup stays quick.

The prophecies mechanic adds a whole new layer of planning — you can't just crank the gears mindlessly anymore, you have to watch what's coming. Played it with four players and everyone kept second-guessing their placements. Worth grabbing if you already love the base game.