8.3
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Ludopedia
6.9
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you love politics and early‑American history, you’ll enjoy the mix of voting and card abilities.
Highlights
- Smooth hand management
- Fast, tense voting
- Engaging historical theme
Keep in mind
- Steep rule learning curve
- Text‑heavy rulebook
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Founding Fathers, from the designers of 1960: The Making of the President, drops you into the American Constitutional Convention. For 3‑5 players, each game represents the drafting of the United States Constitution, broken into rounds where a single article is debated – either Federalist vs. Anti‑Federalist or Big‑State vs. Small‑State. Every player holds three delegate cards that stand for their states and grant a special ability. You may activate that ability, vote for or against the current article, or try to claim tokens linked to the four issue types. At round's end the article either passes or flips to its opposite side, and points are awarded. You earn renown by siding with the majority and by owning tokens that match the articles finally written into the constitution. The game blends hand management, open drafting, set collection and voting inside a tidy historical simulation (weight 2.75). Decisions are swift, yet the timing of when to use a special power or hold a card can swing the whole document. Perfect for fans of politics, early‑American history, and influence mechanics that aren’t overly complex. Components are straightforward – delegate cards, theme tokens and an article board – and a full play runs about 90 minutes.
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Best player count
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3
REC
4
BEST
5
REC
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Publisher
Jolly Roger Games
Designer
Christian Leonhard, Jason Matthews
Artist
Josh Cappel
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
3 to 5 players.
How long does a game take?
About 90 minutes.
What is the complexity level?
Weight 2.75 – easy rules but strategic depth.
What components are included?
Delegate cards, theme tokens, article board, and a rulebook.
Who is the game best suited for?
Fans of politics, early‑American history, and voting/hand‑management mechanics.
Is there a digital version?
Yes, it’s available on the Yucata platform.
Do I need prior knowledge of US history?
Not required, the game provides context, but history buffs will get extra flavor.
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