The game is nominated for an exemplary weaving of accessible rules and inspiring themes. The game manages, almost imperceptibly, to nudge even the most introverted nerd to role-play their daily routine, and doing so without it feeling either contrived or forced- It’s hard not to feel a little bit Bohemian after just a round or two, wondering when your Muse might show up or when your Opium addiction might lay you low for a night.
Iconography and aesthetics go hand in hand in a simple yet easily recognizable universe where pastel colours reign. Mechanics and theme are inseparable, creating a cohesive, fun game that is easy to approach and effortless to engage with.

The game is nominated for a mechanic that flavorfully shows the tough parts of life in a frame otherwise filled with art and romance.
In Bohemians, all choices and omissions are tied together by the Hardships added to one's deck. Whether you receive Hardships due to an active choice or sabotage, such as losing your job- or simply because you've been too sparing in expanding your deck- they have a significant influence on your future choices. Some hardships even spread, and they are all incredibly thematic, weaving into the narrative of your artist’s life and persona.
Hardships may initially appear secondary, but quickly one realizes they are an undeniable condition in the lives of struggling artists in the streets of Paris.

The game is nominated for its sharp storytelling, beautiful aesthetics, and exciting mechanics, all connected by a theme that is fully utilised to its full potential.
The game manages to set the stage for players' narratives to unfold, offering various choices along the way: should I keep my job? Spread or cure my syphilis? Indulge in love in the morning or in the evening?
The questions and their answers shape the story at the heart of Bohemians. Every choice has consequences reverberating through the Routines of every player. Art spreads through the community as Inspiration strikes in ebbs and flows, but in the end only one Bohemian will make their way into the history books.