Die Dolmengötter

eggertspiele · Board game · 2005
2–5 · best 4 30 min Weight 2.2/5
7.1 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
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7.1 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy an abstract game with a touch of mystery and area control, Die Dolmengötter is a solid choice! It's a tactical duel where bluffing and anticipation play a big role.

Highlights
  • Engaging abstract strategy
  • Hidden dolmen values
  • Area control struggle
  • Quick and to the point
Keep in mind
  • Hidden value can frustrate
  • Little thematic interaction
  • Relies on draw luck
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Prepare for a mystical journey to ancient Ireland in Die Dolmengötter, a game where area control and pure strategy reign supreme! Forget luck; here, intelligence and anticipation are key. Your mission? Build stone circles and stack your secret dolmens, each with a hidden value, to dominate the board. As you move your druids, you leave stones behind, marking your territory. When a circle is close to completion, the contest begins: whoever has the majority of stones around a dolmen space earns the right to place one of theirs. But beware, a tie might allow an opponent to build a dolmen beneath yours, and a new majority can place your valuable dolmen atop the stack! The challenge lies in ensuring your highest-scoring dolmens end up in the top positions and in hotly contested areas. The game concludes when the supply of dolmens or stones runs out. Completed areas are scored immediately, while unfinished ones await the end. Whoever has the highest score with their secret dolmens claims victory! Die Dolmengötter offers an abstract strategy experience with a Celtic thematic touch, perfect for those who enjoy thinking several steps ahead and uncovering their opponents' secrets.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 OK
3 REC
4 BEST
5 OK

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Game details

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Country: Ireland Mythology: Celtic Theme: Druids
Publisher eggertspiele
Designer Thomas Odenhoven
Artist Steffi Krage

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
What is the average playtime for Die Dolmengötter?
A game of Die Dolmengötter typically lasts around 30 minutes, making it quite agile.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 5 players and works well with various player counts.
Is it a complicated game to learn?
No, the rules are relatively simple, and the complexity is considered light to medium (2.2/5 on BGG), ideal for those seeking strategy without excessive complication.
Is the theme of druids and stone circles very prominent?
The theme serves more as a backdrop for the area control mechanic. The core of the game lies in strategic competition, not deep thematic immersion.
Are the dolmen values revealed all the time?
No, the dolmen values are secret and are only revealed at the end of the game, adding an element of surprise and deduction.
Is this a game with a lot of luck involved?
Die Dolmengötter is described as a luck-free game. Strategic decisions and area control are the determining factors for victory.

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