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Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love deep strategy and want more variety in Nations, Dynasties gives it to you with flair.
Highlights
- More nations and dynasties
- New dynamic mechanics
- Advanced progress cards
Keep in mind
- Best for players familiar with Expert
- Playtime can be lengthy
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Nations: Dynasties arrives as the first major expansion for the acclaimed Nations, adding twelve brand‑new nations each with its own dynasty, plus extra dynasties for the base‑game factions. The biggest shake‑ups are two new concepts: Turmoil, which makes Stability more volatile, and Natural Wonders, powerful cards that force tough choices and open fresh interaction paths. On top of that, the Progress deck has been upgraded with more advanced, strategic cards, dramatically boosting replay value. The expansion also refines Open Drafting, letting everyone see and pick from a shared pool, and reinforces Variable Player Powers, preserving the asymmetry that defines Nations. Because it targets players already comfortable with the Expert cards of the base game, Dynasties assumes a solid grasp of the rules, but rewards that knowledge with deeper, more consequential decisions. Playtime can swing from a quick 40‑minute skirmish to a marathon 200‑minute epic with five players. In short, Dynasties broadens Nations' world with extra content, added complexity, and countless reasons to replay.
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Publisher
Lautapelit.fi
Designer
Einar Rosén, Nina Håkansson, Robert Rosén, Rustan Håkansson
Artist
Frida Lögdberg, Jere Kasanen, Ossi Hiekkala, Paul Laane, Unique Litani Soparie
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
1 to 5 players, just like the base game.
How long does a game take?
Between 40 minutes for a quick match and up to 200 minutes for an epic session.
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, Dynasties is an expansion and requires the Nations base game.
Is familiarity with Expert cards required?
It’s recommended to know the Expert cards, as the expansion builds on them.
What are Turmoil and Natural Wonders?
Turmoil makes Stability more volatile; Natural Wonders are powerful cards that force tough choices and new interactions.
Are there new components besides cards?
Mostly new cards – nations, dynasties, progress, Turmoil and Natural Wonders – but no major new physical components.
Can I mix Dynasties with other expansions?
Yes, it’s compatible with other Nations expansions, though the experience will depend on the combination.