# Astérix et les Romains

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1990
- **BGG Rating**: 5.2
- **BGG Rank**: #28753
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 3, 4, 5)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 1.42 / 5
- **Designers**: Klaus Teuber
- **Artists**: Albert Uderzo, René Goscinny
- **Publishers**: Otto Maier Verlag, Το Καλό Παιχνίδι Α.Ε.
- **Categories**: Ancient, Card Game, Children's Game, Comic Book / Strip
- **Mechanics**: Pick-up and Deliver, Roll / Spin and Move, Trading

## Verdict
If you love Asterix and want a quick, fun scramble, this game gives laughs and a dash of strategy.Fast and easy to learnClassic Asterix humorPlayer interactionNegative cards can hurtLimited strategic depthRECOMMENDED

## Description
Astérix et les Romains is a fast‑paced, tongue‑in‑cheek race to gather the most Roman helmets. Each player moves a Gaulish villager from the Roman camp (drawing three cards) to the village and back, repeating the trek until the deck is exhausted. Along the way, classic Asterix obstacles appear: bard Assurancetourix forces everyone to retreat three spaces with his dreadful singing, and menhirs can make you stumble and lose a card. You can also strike a small Roman cohort for an extra card, and when two players land on the same space a tussle occurs, swapping a random card between them. The strategic choice lies in which die to roll – the slow die (1‑4) gives modest steps, while the fast die (3‑6) moves you quickly but lets any opponent shout “Exchange!” and swap hands with you. The 48 Roman cards are worth 1‑5 helmets each, but red cards showing caligae, shields or pilums score –1 to –5, so watch what you pick up. Play time is about 60 minutes, for 2‑6 players, with a light complexity (1.4/5), making it perfect for families and Asterix fans who enjoy a relaxed game with a dash of strategy and plenty of laughs.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 6 players.

### How long does a game take?
About 60 minutes.

### What is the complexity level?
Light, with a BGG weight of 1.4/5.

### What components are included?
48 Roman cards, a simple board, two dice, and space markers.

### Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, it’s classified as a children’s game, easy to grasp and humor‑friendly.

### Is there deep strategy?
Strategy is limited to die choice and card swapping, not very deep.

### Do I need to know Asterix beforehand?
No, but familiarity with the comic adds extra fun.