Peacemakers: Horrors of War

Snowdale Design · Board game · 2024
— Ludopedia 7.2 BGG 1–4 · best 2 Solo 60–120 min Weight 2.6/5
Buy · from US$ 41.17
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7.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy cooperative games with a strong theme and charismatic talking animal characters, Peacemakers: Horrors of War will win you over! The gameplay is accessible yet deep, and the scenario flexibility ensures each session is a new adventure.

Highlights
  • Engaging thematic adventure
  • Unique and fun characters
  • Accessible rules, deep gameplay
  • Scenario flexibility
Keep in mind
  • May lack challenge for veterans
  • Relies on active cooperation
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to dive into Peacemakers: Horrors of War, a thematic game where cooperation is the key to peace! You and your friends take on the roles of adventurers in a fantasy world inhabited by diverse nations of anthropomorphic animals. Each nation has its own grievances and conflicts, and it's up to you to intervene and prevent war from spreading. With six distinct scenarios, the game offers unique challenges each time you play, ensuring the experience is always fresh and engaging. Whether playing solo or with up to three friends, the order of scenarios can be changed, allowing you to explore different stories and challenges without being tied to a linear campaign. This version is an evolution of 'Dawn of Peacemakers,' bringing an even stronger focus on theme, characters with unique powers that add strategic depth, faster setup, and streamlined rules that make learning easier without sacrificing complexity. The flexibility of playing individual scenarios instead of a long campaign also increases replayability, allowing for shorter and more varied sessions. If you're looking for a cooperative adventure with strong thematic immersion and charismatic characters, Peacemakers: Horrors of War is an excellent addition to your collection.

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Best player count

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1–4 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Components: Book as Board Components: Meeples (Animal) / Animeeples Crowdfunding: Gamefound Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Setting: Daimyria Theme: Anthropomorphic Animals
Publisher Snowdale Design
Designer Sami Laakso, Ville Reinikainen
Artist Jesús Delgado, Sami Laakso

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
What is the average playtime for a game of Peacemakers: Horrors of War?
A game session can take between 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the chosen scenario and the number of players.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 1 to 4 players, offering a great experience both solo and in a group.
Is the game difficult to learn?
The rules have been streamlined compared to the previous game, making it easier to learn and teach without sacrificing strategic depth.
Do I need to play the scenarios in order?
No! One of the great advantages of Peacemakers: Horrors of War is that you can play the six scenarios in any order, which greatly increases flexibility and replayability.
Does the game have a continuous campaign?
No, the game focuses on individual scenarios. This allows you to choose which challenge to face each session, without needing to commit to a long campaign.
Is the theme only for kids because it has animals?
Not at all! Despite the anthropomorphic animal theme, the game deals with conflicts and strategies that appeal to players of all ages who enjoy fantasy and adventure themes.

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