7 Wonders

Repos Production, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Asterion Press · Board game · 2010
2–7 · best 4 30 min Weight 2.3/5
7.0 rating Ludopedia
7.7 rating BGG
7.0 rating Ludopedia
7.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you're looking for a highly engaging card drafting game with simultaneous play and satisfying civilization building, 7 Wonders is a fantastic choice for a wide range of players.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous play keeps everyone engaged
  • Strategic card drafting decisions
  • Satisfying civilization development
  • Excellent replayability with wonders
Keep in mind
  • Direct interaction mainly with neighbors
  • Military can feel secondary sometimes
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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About the game
In 7 Wonders, you take on the role of a leader of one of the seven great cities of the Ancient World. Your goal is to guide your civilization through three ages, developing it in various aspects to build an architectural wonder that will endure in history. The game is essentially a card drafting and development game, where in each age, players receive seven cards from a specific deck. You choose one card to play and pass the remaining ones to an adjacent player. Cards are revealed simultaneously, and that's when the magic happens: you can pay resources to build, discard the card for gold, or use it to advance your wonder. Interaction is direct with your neighbors, whether to buy or sell resources, or for the military combat that occurs at the end of each age. This card-passing system (drafting) repeats until six cards are played per age. The cards you play have varied effects: some give immediate bonuses, others offer future upgrades, discounts on constructions, military strength to dominate your neighbors, or simply victory points. The cool thing is that you always know what your neighbors are receiving, which allows you to plan your moves and anticipate theirs. Cards are passed in alternating directions (left-right-left) over the three ages, so keeping an eye on both sides is crucial. Although older editions indicated 3-7 players on the box, the manual includes an official two-player variant, ensuring fun even for duos.
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Rules manual — 7 Wonders English · PDF
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BEST PLAYER COUNT
2 OK
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST
6 REC
7 REC
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Ancient: Babylon Ancient: Egypt Ancient: Greece Category: DIZED Tutorial Constructions: Lighthouses Constructions: Pyramids
Publisher Repos Production, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Asterion Press, Galápagos Jogos, Gémklub, Hobby Japan
Designer Antoine Bauza
Artist Cyril Nouvel, Dimitri Chappuis, Etienne Hebinger, Miguel Coimbra
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play 7 Wonders?
The game was originally designed for 3 to 7 players, but it includes an official 2-player variant in the rules, ensuring fun for different group sizes.
What is the average duration of a 7 Wonders game?
A game is quite quick, usually lasting between 30 to 40 minutes, which makes it great for multiple rounds or fitting into a shorter game night.
What is the complexity level of 7 Wonders?
It's a game of medium-low complexity (BGG weight of 2.3144/5). The rules are easy to learn, but the drafting strategy and resource management offer enough depth to keep the experience interesting.
Do I need a lot of components to play 7 Wonders?
No! The game is card-based, with an individual player board for each player. Resources are represented on the cards themselves and managed very intuitively, without the need for many extra components.
Is 7 Wonders a good game for beginners?
Absolutely! It's an excellent entry point into the world of modern board games, combining simple rules with interesting strategic decisions. Interaction with neighbors is direct and easy to understand.
Is there any player interaction in 7 Wonders?
Yes, interaction is primarily with your direct neighbors. You can buy resources from them and also compete in military strength at the end of each age, which creates an interesting dynamic of keeping an eye on what's happening next to you.