Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy medium-weight thematic games with historical settings and solid mechanics, Colosseum: Ave Titus will win you over!
Highlights
- Immersive and engaging theme
- Strategic and deep mechanics
- Spectacular art by Ian O'Toole
- High replayability guaranteed
Keep in mind
- Complexity might daunt beginners
- Initial learning curve
- May have low direct interaction
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to travel back in time and relive the glory of Rome in Colosseum: Ave Titus! This brand-new game, with a familiar feel, is a passionate reimagining of the classic Colosseum, bringing back the original designers along with Jonny Pac. If you enjoy games with a more strategic and thematic feel, with that 'mid-heavy' vibe, this one's for you! Ian O'Toole's incredible artwork transports you straight to 80 AD Rome, under the reign of Emperor Titus. Remember that epic event that inaugurated the Colosseum with 100 days of games and spectacles? Well, now you are the great impresario behind it all!
As a master showman, your challenge is to orchestrate the best and most glorious shows the Colosseum has ever seen. You'll need to manage your resources, plan every step, and perhaps even influence the turn order to ensure your plans come to fruition. With mechanics like worker placement (and with different types of workers!), set collection, and contracts to fulfill, each game promises to be unique thanks to the variable setup. It's a chance to demonstrate the emperor's power, wealth, and generosity through top-tier entertainment, marking your name in the Colosseum's history. Can you create the most memorable spectacle of all time?
As a master showman, your challenge is to orchestrate the best and most glorious shows the Colosseum has ever seen. You'll need to manage your resources, plan every step, and perhaps even influence the turn order to ensure your plans come to fruition. With mechanics like worker placement (and with different types of workers!), set collection, and contracts to fulfill, each game promises to be unique thanks to the variable setup. It's a chance to demonstrate the emperor's power, wealth, and generosity through top-tier entertainment, marking your name in the Colosseum's history. Can you create the most memorable spectacle of all time?
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Best player count
BGG community vote
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2
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Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Fantasia Games
Designer
Jonny Pac, Markus Lübke, Wolfgang Kramer
Artist
Ian O'Toole
Community
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4owners
382wishlist
52want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime?
Games typically last between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on the player count and familiarity with the rules.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 1 to 4 players, offering both a solo and a competitive experience.
Is it a difficult game to learn?
Colosseum: Ave Titus is considered a medium-heavy complexity game (3.8/5 weight on BGG). It has rules that require attention but is rewarding for those who enjoy strategy.
Are the components good quality?
While exact component details are not yet known, the game features illustrations and graphic design by Ian O'Toole, known for high visual quality.
Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for players who appreciate historical thematic games with worker placement and set collection mechanics, and who aren't intimidated by a bit more strategic depth.
Is this an expansion to the original Colosseum?
No, Colosseum: Ave Titus is a completely standalone game, built from the ground up but inspired by the classic Colosseum.
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