Board game Portal Games Diamonds Version 1.5 — strategy card/board game, edition 1.5

Portal Games Diamonds Version 1.5 is an updated edition of the strategy card and board game by Portal Games that combines card drafting, set collection and tactical decision-making. This Version 1.5 release refines rules and components to reflect the publisher's revisions while retaining the original game's core mechanics. The box contains the set of cards, board elements and player components required for repeated recreational play and group sessions.

Advantages

The Version 1.5 edition provides clarified rules and adjusted components for smoother gameplay and faster setup. Its combination of card-driven choices and board interaction supports variable strategies and replayability. Components are organized to facilitate table use and make it easy to teach newcomers while preserving depth for experienced players.

Suitable for

• Family game nights and casual group play
• Strategy-focused sessions with 2–6 players
• Collectors and fans of revised or updated game editions
• Tabletop clubs and repeated gameplay where component durability matters

Key specifications

• Game type: strategy card and board game
• Edition: Version 1.5 with revised rules and components
• Gameplay mechanics: card drafting, set collection, tactical decision-making
• Intended use: recreational tabletop play and group sessions
• Components included: cards, board elements and player components for full play

How to use

Set up the game by placing the board elements on the table and distributing player components according to the included rulebook. Follow the revised Version 1.5 rules for card dealing, turn order and scoring. Players take turns drafting cards and making decisions that affect their collection and position on the board. Each session typically follows the rulebook's sequence of rounds until endgame scoring determines the winner.

Usage recommendations

Store components in the original insert or organizer to protect cards and small parts; play on a flat, stable surface to ensure clear card placement and board visibility. Review the revised rulebook before the first session to familiarise players with Version 1.5 changes and accelerate gameplay.