2018 · Ancient

Fall of Rome

Players cooperate as leaders of a weakening empire to repel waves of invading tribes and stabilize provinces. On each turn players move across the map, recruit and deploy armies, fortify cities, and resolve battles against Anglo-Saxons, Goths, Vandals, Huns and other invaders. Matching sets of colored cards are spent to forge alliances with tribes, convert enemy units, and unlock special actions. Distinct roles grant unique abilities and players must coordinate to manage limited resources, stem incursions, and prevent revolts. Includes a solitaire mode where one player controls multiple roles and an optional increased-difficulty variant that alters revolt and garrison rules.

groupPlayers

1–5 best 3

schedulePlaying time

45–60 min

cakeAge

8+

psychologyComplexity

2.5 / 5