7.5
rating
Ludopedia
6.9
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Want to be a knight and impress King Arthur? Medieval Academy is a fast and fun card game, perfect for those looking for a medieval experience with accessible mechanics!
Highlights
- Clever card drafting
- Quick and dynamic games
- Engaging medieval theme
- Easy to learn
Keep in mind
- Limited direct interaction
- Replayability can be limited
- Themes can become repetitive
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Welcome to the Medieval Academy, future knight! In Medieval Academy, each of you is a squire in training, competing to impress King Arthur and be the one chosen to receive the coveted knighthood. Over six turns, you'll dive into a world of jousts, tournaments, dangerous quests, and studies to improve your education and demonstrate charity and gallantry. The game is a "family+", meaning it's accessible for the whole family but with a touch of strategy that appeals to more experienced players. The core mechanic revolves around a closed card draft: you'll secretly choose the most useful cards for your ambitions each round, and then everyone reveals and plays their cards simultaneously. The trick is to manage your hand well and know the right time to use each card to advance your pawns on the training tracks. Whoever accumulates the most Chivalry Points by the end of the sixth turn wins the title of knight! With a modular board and variable setup, each game offers a new challenge. Get ready to show what you're capable of and earn your place in history!
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Best player count
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2
OK
3
REC
4
BEST
5
BEST
Soundtrack
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Publisher
Blue Cocker Games, GoKids 玩樂小子, IELLO, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, uplay.it edizioni
Designer
Nicolas Poncin
Artist
Pierô
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime for Medieval Academy?
A game of Medieval Academy lasts about 30 minutes, making it quite fast and dynamic.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 5 players, working well at different player counts.
Is Medieval Academy a complex game?
No, it's considered a light/medium game with easy-to-learn rules, ideal for families and casual players, but with enough strategy to please more experienced ones.
What are the main components of the game?
The game primarily consists of cards, markers for the training tracks, and a modular board.
What type of player is Medieval Academy best suited for?
It's great for those who enjoy card games with drafting and simultaneous action selection mechanics, featuring a light medieval theme and quick games.
Do I need to know English to play?
No, the game is language-independent, as the cards are mostly iconic and the text is minimal.
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