Cacao is called the “fruit of the gods” because it was considered by the Aztecs to be so valuable they were even paid in cocoa beans. In “Cacao,” players settle an unexplored jungle with their tribe. They create plantations, sell their harvests, dig for gold and carry water for their village. Powerful temples and sun-worshipping sites bring the favour of the gods as well as points at the end of the game. Players take turns to play one worker tile in the jungle and then make use of the neighbouring spaces, creating a chessboard pattern with ever-changing possibilities. Quick turns, bittersweet decisions and long-lasting planning delight hold the balance in this tactical game made from at least 70% cocoa.