8.9
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Ludopedia
7.8
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BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Dark Ages: Holy Roman Empire is a complex and challenging strategy game that's perfect for fans of civilization games. With rich and varied gameplay, it's a game you'll want to play again and again.
Highlights
- Complex and strategic gameplay
- Miniatures and continental-scale map board
- Technology development and military unit training
Keep in mind
- Long playtime
- High complexity
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Dark Ages: Holy Roman Empire is a civilization-building game set in Central Europe during the Middle Ages. Players compete to build and expand their territories, collect resources, develop technologies, and train military units. The game includes miniatures and a continental-scale map board. With complex and strategic gameplay, it's perfect for fans of civilization and strategy games.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
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Publisher
Board&Dice, Giant Roc
Designer
Adam Kwapiński, Andrei Novac
Artist
Aleksander Zawada, Joel Holtzman, Zbigniew Umgelter
Community
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1,481owners
577wishlist
63want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Dark Ages: Holy Roman Empire?
1-4 players
What is the playtime?
120-180 minutes
What is the complexity of the game?
High
Does the game include miniatures?
Yes
What is the theme of the game?
Civilization-building in the Middle Ages
Is it a game for beginners?
No, it's a complex and challenging game
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