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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
The essential upgrade for those seeking more depth and power in Lorenzo!
Highlights
- Amazing new house abilities
- Great variety with new cards
- Supports up to 5 players
- Much deeper strategic layers
Keep in mind
- Requires the base game
- Increases game complexity
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If you're already a fan of Lorenzo il Magnifico, get ready: the 'Houses of Renaissance' expansion is here to crank up the tension and strategic depth at your table! You know that feeling of wanting more complexity and more ways to customize your strategy? That's exactly what this expansion delivers. The main highlight is the introduction of the Renaissance Houses. At the start of each game, you'll engage in a quick auction to decide which powerful family you'll lead. And these aren't just any powers; each house grants a unique special ability that can completely shift your gameplay rhythm and how you interact with the board.
But the updates don't stop there. The game introduces a fifth development tower, bringing 48 new cards that inject powerful effects and fresh tactical dilemmas into your sessions. On top of that, you get the Leader cards, which introduce a brand-new command mechanic, and 30 special tokens that work alongside the new cards to expand your ways of gathering resources and performing actions. It means more layers, more choices, and, of course, more opportunities to shine (or get sabotaged by your neighbors). Oh, and if your group always complained about not having enough players, rejoice: this expansion includes everything needed to bring a fifth player into the struggle for power. In short, it's the perfect upgrade for anyone looking to turn the classic into an even richer, more varied, and competitive experience, all while keeping that heavy management DNA we love so much.
But the updates don't stop there. The game introduces a fifth development tower, bringing 48 new cards that inject powerful effects and fresh tactical dilemmas into your sessions. On top of that, you get the Leader cards, which introduce a brand-new command mechanic, and 30 special tokens that work alongside the new cards to expand your ways of gathering resources and performing actions. It means more layers, more choices, and, of course, more opportunities to shine (or get sabotaged by your neighbors). Oh, and if your group always complained about not having enough players, rejoice: this expansion includes everything needed to bring a fifth player into the struggle for power. In short, it's the perfect upgrade for anyone looking to turn the classic into an even richer, more varied, and competitive experience, all while keeping that heavy management DNA we love so much.
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Publisher
Angry Lion Games, Atalia, CMON Global Limited, Cranio Creations, DMZ Games
Designer
Flaminia Brasini, Simone Luciani, Virginio Gigli
Artist
Andrea Kattnig, Klemens Franz
Community
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5,073owners
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Can I play this expansion standalone?
No, you absolutely need the Lorenzo il Magnifico base game to use this content.
Does the expansion increase playtime significantly?
It might increase it slightly due to the initial auction and new mechanics, but it should stay within the 60-120 min range.
Does the game become much harder?
Complexity increases slightly with the new cards and abilities, but it's a rewarding challenge for those familiar with the base game.
How many players can I have with this expansion?
With this expansion, you can play with up to 5 players with full component support.
Do I need to know a lot about history to play?
No, the Renaissance theme serves as a backdrop for your strategic resource management.
Do the new cards mess up the game balance?
They introduce new powerful options, but they are designed to complement and expand the existing balance.