7.1
rating
Ludopedia
6.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy survival games with a historical theme and a race against time, Gloria Mundi might be for you! It's a tense contest to see who flees the end of the world best.
Highlights
- Engaging survival theme
- Race against time
- Strategic hand management
Keep in mind
- Can be a bit tense
- Dice luck can matter
- Ending can be quick
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Gloria Mundi, you're thrown into the whirlwind of the fall of the Roman Empire, a period of pure chaos and decline. As a shrewd Roman senator, your mission is to use the last crumbs of power and influence to build your own career while everything crumbles around you. Barbarian invaders and general incompetence erode the empire, but you can turn it to your advantage! Starting in Rome, you'll use cards to generate resources, activate special effects, and most importantly, distance yourself from the eternal city. Each turn, you play your cards, buy new ones, and try to advance along the spiral board as the Visigoths relentlessly advance towards Rome, destroying everything in their path. The only way to stop them is to bribe them with your precious resources. The game ends when the barbarians reach Rome or when a player manages to escape to the empire's borders. Whoever gets furthest, wins! It's a desperate race for survival, where every decision counts to avoid being caught in the final collapse.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
REC
3
REC
4
REC
5
OK
6
OK
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
ABACUSSPIELE, Rio Grande Games
Designer
James Ernest, Mike Selinker
Artist
Franz Vohwinkel
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the main objective of Gloria Mundi?
The objective is to be the player who manages to get furthest from Rome before the barbarians invade or the empire completely collapses. It's a race for survival!
How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 6 players, which ensures good dynamics in different groups.
How long does a game usually last?
Games are relatively quick, typically lasting around 60 minutes, perfect for not dragging on too long.
Is Gloria Mundi a difficult game to learn?
With a medium weight (2.61/5 on BGG), it's accessible for those already familiar with some board games, but it offers strategic depth.
What is the main mechanic of the game?
The central mechanic is Hand Management, where you use cards to gain resources and perform actions, deciding the best time to play them.
Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy games with a historical theme, especially the fall of Rome, and like a tense contest with elements of racing and survival.
Does the game have a lot of player interaction?
Interaction is more indirect, focused on the race and competing for resources to get away, as well as dealing with the barbarian advance that affects everyone.
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