The Silk Road expansion for Splendor introduces new gameplay elements to the base game. It replaces Noble tiles with City tiles, which require players to meet specific conditions to earn prestige points and secure victory. Trading Post tiles are also added, providing strategic bonuses when unlocked along the Silk Road route. This expansion can be played on its own or combined with other Splendor expansions for varied gameplay. Designed for 2-4 players ages 10 and up, it offers an additional layer of strategy for those familiar with the core game mechanics.