Item: Cartographers
Rating: 89
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

89/100

Cartographers is a brilliant digital conversion of the award-winning 'Flip & Write' board game. As a royal mapmaker, your task is to draw shapes on a grid to meet specific royal edicts, and the app captures this tactical puzzle perfectly. Each turn reveals a terrain type and a shape; you must decide where to place it to maximize points while anticipating the 'Dragul' (monster) cards that your opponents (or the AI) will use to mess up your map. It’s a deep, strategic experience that feels like a cross between Tetris and a kingdom-building game.

The app offers three different modes, ranging from casual play to competitive weekly high-score lists where you can test your skills against players worldwide. The 'Flip & Write' mechanic works even better on a tablet than it does on paper, with an undo button and clear visual indicators for scoring. While the UI can be a bit cramped on smaller phone screens, it’s a flawless experience on iPad. It’s an 'Expert Game of the Year' nominee for a reason—it’s smart, challenging, and infinitely replayable.

Dinsun reviewed on: Thu Feb 26 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad

1515991485

$3.99 4+★3.1 102 reviews

Author : BrettspielWelt

Pubish Date : Fri Aug 21 2020

Last Update Date : Tue Aug 19 2025

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.5Tue Aug 19 2025

Improved login functionality in case of disconnection
Fixed bug with Underworld Extension
Fixed bug with ancient ruins
Fixed issues with scrolling through high score lists
Fixed display issues when restarting on certain devices
Queen Gimnax has ordered the reclamation of the northern lands. As a cartographer in her service, you are sent to map this territory, claiming it for the Kingdom of Nalos. Through official edicts, the queen announces which lands she prizes most, and you will increase your reputation by meeting her demands. But you are not alone in this wilderness. The Dragul contest your claims with their outposts, so you must draw your lines carefully to reduce their influence. Reclaim the greatest share of the queen’s desired lands and you will be declared the greatest cartographer in the kingdom.
Experience the fascination of this tactical Flip & Write game now as an App.
- Nominated for the Expert Game of the Year 2020
- Tactical Legendary Game
- Flip & Write game from the Roll Player universe
- 3 different modes with varying degrees of randomness
- Compete with players from all over the world via weekly highscorelists
- Collect Achievements and become the most legendary cartographer of all times.
Awards:
2020 Expert Game of the Year 2020 Nominee
2019 Golden Geek Best Solo Board Game Nominee
2019 Golden Geek Best Family Board Game Nominee
2019 Cardboard Republic Socializer Laurel nominee
Requires iOS 16.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Queen Gimnax has ordered the reclamation of the northern lands. As a cartographer in her service, you are sent to map this territory, claiming it for the Kingdom of Nalos. Through official edicts, the queen announces which lands she prizes most, and you will increase your reputation by meeting her demands. But you are not alone in this wilderness. The Dragul contest your claims with their outposts, so you must draw your lines carefully to reduce their influence. Reclaim the greatest share of the queen’s desired lands and you will be declared the greatest cartographer in the kingdom.
Experience the fascination of this tactical Flip & Write game now as an App.
- Nominated for the Expert Game of the Year 2020
- Tactical Legendary Game
- Flip & Write game from the Roll Player universe
- 3 different modes with varying degrees of randomness
- Compete with players from all over the world via weekly highscorelists
- Collect Achievements and become the most legendary cartographer of all times.
Awards:
2020 Expert Game of the Year 2020 Nominee
2019 Golden Geek Best Solo Board Game Nominee
2019 Golden Geek Best Family Board Game Nominee
2019 Cardboard Republic Socializer Laurel nominee

Ratings & Reviews

3.1 out of 5 with 102 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Features

Official 2020 Expert Game Nominee

Tactical Flip & Write Mechanics

Global Weekly Highscore Lists

Multiple Game Modes & Achievements

Tips

The Queen's Edicts

Pay close attention to the scoring cards for the current season. If the edict prizes forest tiles next to water, prioritize those placements early. Always leave some flexibility in your map to mitigate the impact of Dragul monster cards.

Promotion Videos

Cartographers - How To Play - YouTube

Gameplays

Strategic Mapping

In the '3 different modes,' you can adjust the randomness of the deck. For a more tactical challenge, use the mode with fewer random elements to truly test your long-term planning against the weekly high-score leaders.