Commissioned

Chara Games · Board game · 2016
2–6 · best 3 60 min Weight 2.8/5
8.9 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
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8.9 rating Ludopedia
7.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love cooperative play and a touch of history, Commissioned is your pick.

Highlights
  • Engaging coop
  • Simple deck‑building
  • Historical theme
  • Varied scenarios
  • Accessible mechanics
Keep in mind
  • Not deep
  • Low complexity
  • Narrative focus
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Commissioned places you and your friends in the role of the early Christian apostles, in a cooperative adventure lasting about an hour for 2 to 6 players. The game uses a faith card deck that you’ll improve over time, adding power pieces, spreading the church, and collecting the books of the New Testament. Each scenario covers a distinct period of the first 150 years of church history, offering persecution and growth challenges that require teamwork. The deck‑building mechanic, combined with set collection and movement of pieces across board areas, creates a dynamic experience where each player has unique powers that alter gameplay. The game is easy to learn: you don’t need any background in Christian history or theology to enjoy it. Components include a card deck, player boards, power tokens, church tokens, persecution markers, scenario cards, a timer, and a rulebook. There are two difficulty levels and a one‑vs‑many variation, allowing a single player to face the rest of the group. If you enjoy cooperation, deck building, and a touch of historical narrative, Commissioned delivers a light, engaging, and accessible experience that doesn’t require prior religious knowledge.

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Best player count

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2–6 players
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6 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: TableTop Simulator Mod (TTS) Players: Games with expansions that add solo play Players: One versus Many Religious: The Bible
Publisher Chara Games
Designer Patrick Lysaght
Artist Kenneth Spond

Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can participate?
2 to 6 players.
How long does a game last?
About 60 minutes.
What is the complexity level?
Low to medium; easy to learn, great for beginners.
What components are included in the box?
Card deck, player boards, power tokens, church tokens, persecution markers, scenario cards, timer, and rulebook.
Is the game only for people who know Christian history?
No, prior knowledge is not required.
Is there a solo mode?
The base version doesn’t, but there is an expansion that adds solo play.
Does the game have any expansions?
Yes, there is an expansion "Commissioned: The Early Church" that adds new cards and scenarios.

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