The considerable number of options and strategies available to each player were a highlight of the game, including alternate victory conditions on the Advanced level. The magazine's Charles Ardai stated that the game's "charming blend of strategy and luck makes this ... unusually enjoyable".
The substantial variety of options and tactics available to each player was a standout feature of the game, including alternative triumph conditions on the Advanced level. Magazine editor Charles Ardai noted that the game's "alluring mix of strategy and chance makes this ... unusually delightful".