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rating
Ludopedia
8.7
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you already enjoy 'The Old King's Crown' and want more of the same with an extra kick, this expansion is for you! Get ready for more intrigue and new ways to outwit your friends.
Highlights
- New factions and cards
- Deeper strategies
- Increases replayability
- Maintains base game tension
Keep in mind
- Moderate language dependency
- Requires base game
- Added complexity
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to expand your horizons and claim the throne in 'The Old King's Crown: Songs of Home'! This expansion brings a breath of fresh air to the base game, introducing new factions that promise to shake up the board and offer unprecedented strategies. Additionally, you'll find neutral kingdom cards that can alter the course of the game and new ways to secure your rise to power. If you enjoy games where cunning, hand management, and the ability to bluff are crucial, 'Songs of Home' will grab you. The card-driven conflict resolution mechanic remains, but with new options that will require you to think twice before each move. The variable player powers continue to be a strong point, ensuring each game is unique and challenging. Prepare for more intrigue, temporary alliances, and surprising twists as you strive to become the new king. Be aware that, as with many expansions, language dependency can be a factor, so having translated cards or a reference sheet handy will be essential to dive headfirst into this new saga. It's an opportunity to boost your 'The Old King's Crown' experience and prove you have what it takes to reign supreme.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Eerie Idol Games
Designer
Pablo Clark
Artist
Pablo Clark
Community
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199owners
140wishlist
14want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need the base game 'The Old King's Crown' to play with 'Songs of Home'?
Yes, absolutely! 'Songs of Home' is an expansion, so it adds content and new options to the base game, but it doesn't work on its own.
How many players does this expansion support?
The expansion maintains the player count of the base game, which is for 1 to 4 players. So, you can continue playing solo or with your group.
Does the game's complexity increase significantly with this expansion?
The expansion adds new factions and cards, which naturally brings more options and might slightly increase complexity. If you've already mastered the base game, you'll get the hang of it quickly, but it might be a bit more challenging for newcomers.
How long does a game with the expansion take?
The playtime remains similar to the base game, typically between 60 to 90 minutes, depending on players' familiarity with the new mechanics and strategies.
Do I need to worry about the language on the cards in the expansion?
Yes, Ludopedia indicates a moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have the cards translated or a reference sheet available to ensure everyone understands the new abilities and effects.
What are the main new features that 'Songs of Home' brings?
The expansion introduces new playable factions, neutral kingdom cards that add more dynamism to the board, and new ways to gain an advantage in the struggle for the throne, focusing on betting, bluffing, and hand management.