Luthier transports players to the pinnacle of classical music in Western Europe, an era when the art of instrument making was supported equally by skilled craftsmen, noble patrons, virtuoso performers, and renowned composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven.

Through a unique new combination of hidden auctions and worker placement, players manage resources to craft a variety of musical instruments in their workshop, while simultaneously courting historical clients via a personal board of ever-changing actions and bonuses. Each player chooses how to balance skill improvement across multiple tracks, unlocking specialized worker abilities and other bonuses. The choice to focus on different strategies and gameplay objectives, such as musical performances, instrument building and repair, apprentice training, and workshop expansion, as well as overall reputation as an instrument maker, offers multiple paths to victory.

Luthier finds true harmony through an authentic and original marriage of theme and mechanics, resulting in a rich gaming experience that appeals to both the strategic player and the classical music enthusiast.