Bastille — Prices

Piatnik, Queen Games · Board game · 2018
8.5 Ludopedia 7.1 BGG 3–4 · best 4 60 min Weight 2.5/5
Buy · from US$ 18.24
8.5 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Fans of strategic games with a historical theme will enjoy Bastille. The highlight is the smart mix of auction and worker placement mechanics.

Highlights
  • Well-integrated mechanics
  • Engaging historical theme
  • Strategic decisions
  • Competitive interaction
Keep in mind
  • Can be complex for beginners
  • Limited space per building
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Bastille puts you in the role of a revolutionary leader on the eve of the French Revolution. Your goal is to position your faction to be ready when the revolution breaks out. To do this, you'll need money, influence, revolutionary leaders, weapons, and more. Each player has three influence tiles, which are placed in seven buildings around Paris. After all tiles are placed, the buildings are resolved in order of who placed the most influence, with the leader receiving an extra benefit. But beware: each building only has space for three tiles, so you'll have to choose wisely where to place your influence. Each round, a random mission is revealed, offering bonus victory points for those who collected certain items or symbols. After rounds four and eight (end of the game), players score based on their leaders, progress on the Bastille track, and collected secret missions. Whoever has the most points after eight rounds wins and becomes the leader of the Revolution!

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–4 players
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Cities: Paris (France) Country: France History: French Revolutionary Wars
Publisher Piatnik, Queen Games
Designer Christoph Behre
Artist David Cochard

Community

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22want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play Bastille?
Bastille is for 3 to 4 players.
How long does a game last?
A game lasts about 60 minutes.
Is Bastille hard to learn?
The game has a medium weight, so it might be a bit complex for beginners but is accessible for those familiar with strategy games.
What are the game components?
The game includes influence tiles, mission cards, score markers, and a board with Paris buildings.
Who is Bastille recommended for?
It's ideal for fans of strategic games with a historical theme and mechanics like auction and worker placement.

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