Cathedral of Orléans

A Cooperative Twist on a Beloved Classic

The city of Orléans is alive with the sound of hammers and bells. In its heart, a grand Cathedral rises stone by stone, a symbol of faith and unity. The work is not yet finished, and many hands are still needed to bring it to completion.

In Cathedral of Orléans, players take the roles of townsfolk working together to complete this great project.

Cathedral of Orléans is a lighter, cooperative version of the classic game. The rules are easy to learn, the playtime is shorter, and instead of competing, everyone works toward the same goal: finishing the Cathedral.

This makes the game friendly and non-confrontational - ideal for relaxed evenings with friends, or for families looking for a cooperative challenge. With its warm design and smooth flow, every turn feels rewarding, and every stone placed is a step closer to a shared victory.

From Worker Tiles to Cathedral Walls

On their turn, players draw a worker tile from one of the two communal bags and use it to perform an action. Most actions involve moving around the surroundings of Orléans, collecting resources, delivering goods to the market, or completing orders and objectives.

Completing orders rewards the group with valuable items - glass rosettes, blueprint tiles, and, most importantly, new stages of Cathedral construction. With each contribution, the Cathedral grows on the board, showing the progress everyone has made together.

If a drawn worker tile cannot be placed, it goes to the bell tower area, marking the passage of time. After the third round, the game ends - and if the Cathedral is finished, all players share the victory.

These are the core ideas of play. Of course, there are details and nuances - but the full rulebook explains them clearly and intuitively, making the game easy to learn for everyone.

Teamwork Creates the Best Combos

Working alone in Cathedral of Orléans can feel slow. Sometimes the right worker may not appear before the round ends, and you can be left holding resources without the chance to claim a rare reward or add a stage to the Cathedral. Opportunities slip away if everyone only focuses on their own path.

That’s where the delivery action becomes the heart of the game. By transporting goods and passing them to other players, the group can ensure that resources arrive where they are needed most. This makes it possible to deliver more goods in time and to realize every opportunity a round offers.

The result is the joy of creating satisfying combos familiar to fans of eurogames - but here they are born from teamwork, not rivalry. Every success feels shared, and every clever chain of moves strengthens the whole group.

So, What Do We Have in the Result?

In the end, Cathedral of Orléans strikes a rare balance. Its art style is warm and slightly cartoonish, creating a friendly atmosphere at the table. The rules are simple and intuitive, making it easy for anyone to join, yet the game still offers enough depth to keep players engaged and thinking about their next move.

With short playtime and fully cooperative gameplay, it’s a perfect choice for relaxed evenings when you want to enjoy a challenge without pressure or conflict. And because the rules are so clear, it also works wonderfully for families - children can join in, understand what’s happening, and feel part of the team effort.

Every session leaves the group with a sense of shared accomplishment: as the Cathedral stands complete, so does the feeling of having built something together.

Raise the Cathedral, Share the Glory

Now you can experience Cathedral of Orléans anytime on Tabletopia. Play online with friends, family, or introduce the game to new players - it’s always ready, with no setup or cleanup required.

Gather your team, draw the first worker tile, and start building. The Cathedral is waiting, and the victory will be shared by everyone at the table.

The work is not yet finished - gather your team and bring the Cathedral of Orléans to life.