7.7
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Ludopedia
7.1
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
Orichalcum is a frenetic game that blends exploration, construction, and combat on a single island. If you love quick 4X and decision‑driven challenges, you’ll enjoy it.
Highlights
- Intense island exploration
- Strategic temple building
- Monster combat
Keep in mind
- Short game time
- Constant focus needed
- Component cost to produce
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Orichalcum places you at the heart of a miniature Greek island, where each player has their own board to explore, conquer, and defend. The pace is tight: each turn you pick an exploration tile that reveals new areas and an action that could be: recruiting hoplites, producing the legendary orichalcum, erecting buildings that grant powerful bonuses, or confronting the monsters that infest your territory. Tension rises as you realize every choice can open or close paths to victory. The ultimate goal? Reach five victory points while clearing your island of all monsters. To do that, you’ll need to build majestic temples, forge orichalcum tokens, and win the favor of titans by creating areas of their favorite landscapes. The game blends action‑drafting, dice‑rolling, racing, and tile‑placement mechanics, all within a 45‑to‑60‑minute playtime. The mythological vibe, with Greek gods and Atlantean legends, adds extra flair to the strategic challenge. Orichalcum is perfect for fans of quick 4X, tactical decisions, and a touch of classic fantasy.
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Categories
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Publisher
Catch Up Games, Czacha Games, Evrikus, Games7Days, HOT Games, Maldito Games, Pandasaurus Games, Pegasus Spiele, TLAMA games
Designer
Bruno Cathala, Johannes Goupy
Artist
Paul Mafayon
How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.
How long does a game last?
Approximately 45 to 60 minutes.
What is the complexity level?
Medium, with action‑drafting, dice‑rolling, and tile‑placement mechanics.
What are the main components?
Island board, exploration tiles, action tiles, dice, orichalcum tokens, victory tokens, and titan cards.
Is there a solo mode?
Not in the core game, but a solo mode can be added with an expansion.
Who is the game recommended for?
Fans of quick strategy, 4X, and Greek mythology.
What is the final objective?
Reach 5 victory points while clearing all monsters from your island.