8.0
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Ludopedia
5.6
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Alexandria is a race-against-time game for lovers of historical themes and resource management mechanics. If you enjoy the adrenaline rush of saving knowledge from an impending disaster, you'll love it!
Highlights
- Engaging and urgent theme
- Tense action management
- Unique player powers
- Dynamic modular board
Keep in mind
- Can be a bit chaotic
- Luck influences rescues
- Medium complexity
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to race against time in Alexandria, a game where you must save as much knowledge as possible from the Great Library before it turns to ash! Fire spreads, and with each round, entire rooms disappear in smoke. Your mission is to navigate these dangerous corridors, rescuing scrolls, artifacts, and even scholars, but with a catch: time is scarce, and every second counts. You and your opponents have unique powers, adding an extra layer of strategy, as each player might have different priorities for what to save. Will you focus on the items most valuable to you, or will you try to prevent others from taking what interests them most? Managing action points is crucial to optimize your movements and ensure you can rescue as much as possible before it's too late. With a modular board, each game offers a new challenge, keeping tension and replayability high. Alexandria is an exciting race against destruction, where quick and smart decisions can mean the difference between preserving an invaluable treasure or watching it consumed by flames. Who will emerge victorious from this battle against time and fire?
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3
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4
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Publisher
LudiCreations
Designer
Babis Giannios
Artist
Vincent Dutrait
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime for Alexandria?
A game of Alexandria typically lasts around 45 minutes, making it ideal for fitting into a shorter game session.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, ensuring a good experience for both smaller and larger groups.
Is Alexandria a difficult game to learn?
The game's medium weight (2.4/5) suggests that the rules are accessible, but the strategy can deepen with experience. It strikes a good balance between simplicity and depth.
What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to rescue as many scrolls, artifacts, and scholars as possible from the burning Great Library before they are lost forever, accumulating more points than other players.
Does the board change each game?
Yes, Alexandria uses a modular board, meaning the library's layout changes with each playthrough, increasing replayability.
Who would you recommend Alexandria to?
We recommend it for those who enjoy games with a strong historical theme, action point management mechanics, and a sense of urgency. It's great for players who like a tactical challenge with a racing element.
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