Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Fans of historical cooperative games will love Tetrarchia. It's an accessible but deep tactical challenge.
Highlights
- Well-implemented cooperation
- Immersive historical theme
- 81 difficulty levels
- Great for solo play
Keep in mind
- Can be punishing for beginners
- Too luck-dependent for some
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About the game
What you do in a play session
The Roman Empire is on the brink of collapse in the 3rd century, surrounded by enemies and internal revolts. Diocletian has a radical idea: share power with three other emperors, forming the Tetrarchy. In Tetrarchia, you and up to three friends take on the roles of these leaders, working together to save Rome from ruin. The game is cooperative, with simple rules but full of strategic choices. Each turn, you spend Imperium Points to move troops, suppress revolts, or face barbarians, always hoping the dice don't bring bad news. With 81 difficulty levels and several included expansions, each game is a unique challenge. Can you keep the empire standing before the provinces rebel or Rome falls?
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In English
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Draco Ideas, nestorgames, Banana Games, Board Game Rookie, Giochix.it
Designer
Miguel Marqués
Artist
Matias Cazorla, Miguel Marqués, Paco Arenas
Community
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1,876owners
652wishlist
119want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
1-5 players (cooperative mode for 1-4, and a competitive variant for up to 5).
How long does a game last?
Average 20-40 minutes, depending on player count and difficulty.
Is it hard to learn?
Rules are simple, but strategy can be challenging. Weight 2.2/5 on BGG.
Does it include expansions?
Yes! Includes the Dux expansion with 4 modules and 6 independent variants.
Is language dependent?
No! The game is completely language independent.
Is it good for solo play?
Definitely! Has specific solo rules and is very challenging.
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