7.9
rating
Ludopedia
6.7
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy games with a mythological theme and mechanics like tile placement and action point management, Helios might be a great pick! It's a game that challenges you to plan ahead.
Highlights
- Satisfying temple building
- Clever resource management
- Well-integrated theme
- Dynamic phase order
Keep in mind
- Resources can become scarce
- Increasing cost curve
- Can require planning
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In Helios, you step into the role of a high priest in a world bathed in the light of the sun god, Ahau. The mission is to make your civilization thrive by building magnificent temples, expanding cities, and ensuring the sun's power is channeled to your people. But beware, resources are scarce, and building your temple becomes increasingly expensive as you progress. To achieve this, you'll use glass manastones, the game's currency, to recruit people, increase your score, and boost your development. The order of actions can shift, and how you position your tiles on the board is crucial for success. It's a game that demands strategic planning to balance territorial expansion with the management of limited resources, all under the watchful eye of the sun god. Prepare for a journey of faith, construction, and power in a vibrant mythological setting. Helios offers a gameplay experience that rewards long-term vision and adaptation to emerging opportunities.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
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3
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4
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Soundtrack
Ambience suggested by Melodice
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Filosofia Éditions, Hans im Glück, Z-Man Games
Designer
Martin Kallenborn, Matthias Prinz
Artist
Dennis Lohausen
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime for Helios?
A game of Helios typically lasts around 60 minutes, perfect for a gaming session that doesn't drag on too long.
Is Helios a complex game?
With a BGG weight of 2.87/5, Helios is considered a moderately complex game. It's not super simple, but you won't spend hours learning the rules either.
Who is Helios recommended for?
It's a cool game for those who enjoy mythological themes, territory building, and like managing resources and planning actions ahead.
What does Helios include?
The game includes components for building the board, temple pieces, glass manastones (the game's currency), and other elements that make up the civilization development experience.
Does Helios have a lot of player interaction?
The interaction is more indirect, focused on competing for resources and controlling areas on the board, rather than direct confrontation.
Can Helios be played with only 2 players?
Yes, Helios is designed for 2 to 4 players, so it works well for duels as well as larger groups.
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