# The Witcher: Old World ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2023 - **BGG Rating**: 7.9 - **BGG Rank**: #325 - **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 90-150 min - **Weight**: 2.88 / 5 - **Designers**: Łukasz Woźniak - **Artists**: Bogna Gawrońska, Damien Mammoliti - **Publishers**: CD Projekt RED, Go On Board, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Conclave Editora, Delta Vision Publishing, Dexker Games, Fantasmagoria, GaGa Games, Geekach LLC, Gen-X Games (GenX), Ion Game Design, Korea Boardgames, Matagot, Pendragon Game Studio, Rebel Sp. z o.o., Surfin' Meeple China, Yayoi The Dreamer - **Categories**: Adventure, Fantasy, Fighting, Novel-based, Travel, Video Game Theme - **Mechanics**: Card Play Conflict Resolution, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling, Events, Hand Management, Increase Value of Unchosen Resources, Narrative Choice / Paragraph, Open Drafting, Pick-up and Deliver, Point to Point Movement, Race, Role Playing, Solo / Solitaire Game, Variable Player Powers, Variable Set-up ## Verdict If you're a Witcher fan and enjoy an adventure game with deckbuilding and deep immersion, this is your ticket to the Continent! Get ready to hunt monsters and live epic stories.Rich Witcher worldStrategic deckbuildingDynamic card combatImpactful narrative choicesRobust solo modeGames can be longInitial learning curveLanguage dependentHIGHLY RECOMMENDED ## Description In The Witcher: Old World, you become a witcher—a professional monster slayer—and dive headfirst into the iconic Witcher universe. The story unfolds years before Geralt of Rivia's saga, in a time when the Continent was even more infested with dangerous creatures. To combat this constant threat, five rival schools trained their apprentices through brutal regimes, turning them into witchers ready to explore the land, hunt monsters, complete quests, and, of course, earn some coin. This is a competitive adventure board game for 2 to 5 players, where you'll travel across a vast map, embark on masterfully written quests, make tough moral choices, fight monsters, and even brawl with other witchers to defend your school's honor. The game allows each player to construct their own unique card deck, choosing from a wide range of attacks, dodges, and the famous 'signs' (witcher combat magic). The goal is to achieve powerful combos, leveraging your witcher school's hallmark abilities to their full potential. Quests, battles, and even a good old game of dice poker are ways to earn money, acquire new items, and train your skills. The first witcher to collect 4 to 6 trophies (the number is set at the start of the game) wins instantly! You can obtain trophies by killing monsters, instigating and winning chaotic tavern brawls against another witcher, training attributes to their highest level, or resolving certain quests throughout your adventure. And for those who enjoy a solo adventure, the game also features a dedicated mode to explore the Continent alone. ## How to Play Game Objective In The Witcher: Old World, each player takes on the role of a Witcher, trained in one of five schools: Wolf, Griffin, Bear, Cat, or Viper. The goal is to explore the vast Continent, train, fight, and acquire Trophies to bring glory and honor to your school. The first player to acquire 4 Trophies wins the game immediately. Trophies can be obtained by defeating monsters, winning fights against other Witchers, or reaching level 5 in an Attribute. Setup To set up the game, follow the steps below: Place the Game Board in the center of the table. Shuffle all the Action Cards and form the Action Deck. Reveal 3 cards with a cost of 0 and place them in the Action Card Area. Shuffle the Potion Deck and place it next to the board. Place the Attribute Trophy Cards next to the board, according to the number of players. Distribute the Location Tokens in separate stacks by terrain type (Forest, Mountain, and Water) and place them face down. Prepare the Monsters by separating them by level (I, II, and III) and placing them on the board. Each player chooses a Player Board, receives their miniature, starting cards, markers, and components corresponding to their school. Determine the Starting Player and distribute gold and starting cards according to the number of players. Consult the manual for details on this section. Game Flow The game is divided into Turns, where each player performs their actions in three phases: Phase I: Movement and Actions - The player can move across the board, perform actions at visited locations, and play Dice Poker. Phase II: Fight, Meditate, or Explore - The player chooses to fight a monster or another Witcher, meditate to gain an Attribute Trophy, or explore the city or wilderness. Phase III: Draw and Acquire Cards - The player discards cards, draws new cards, and may acquire a new card from the Action Card Area. Consult the manual for details on this section. Actions and How to Play During your turn, you can perform various actions: Movement: Discard cards to move between connected locations on the board. Location Actions: Each location has a unique action that can be performed when visited. Dice Poker: Play Dice Poker with another Witcher at the same location to win gold. Fight: Choose to fight a monster or another Witcher to gain Trophies. Meditate: Gain an Attribute Trophy if you have reached the maximum level in an Attribute. Explore: Explore the city or wilderness to gain benefits or resolve missions. Consult the manual for details on this section. End of Game and Scoring The game ends when a player acquires 4 Trophies. Trophies can be obtained in three ways: Defeating monsters. Winning fights against other Witchers. Reaching level 5 in an Attribute and meditating to gain an Attribute Trophy. The first player to achieve 4 Trophies wins the game. Tips for Winning Here are some tips for winning in The Witcher: Old World: Focus on increasing your Attributes: Leveling up in Combat, Defense, Alchemy, and Specialty can give you significant advantages during fights. Manage your cards carefully: Discard cards strategically to move and fight with efficient combos. Explore whenever possible: Exploring the city or wilderness can give you valuable benefits, such as gold, cards, or missions. Consult the manual for details on this section. ## FAQ ### How many players can play The Witcher: Old World? The game is designed for 2 to 5 players, but it also offers a super fun solo mode for those who prefer an individual adventure. ### What is the average game duration? Prepare for a journey! A game can take from 90 to 150 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules. It's a game to enjoy without rushing. ### Is it a very complex game for beginners? It has a medium weight (2.88/5 on BGG), which means it has its layers of strategy and rules. It's not an entry-level game, but if you have some board game experience, you'll quickly get the hang of it and enjoy the depth. ### Do I need to know the Witcher universe to play? It's not mandatory, but it greatly enhances immersion! The story takes place before the more well-known events, so it's a great gateway into the world of witchers, even for newcomers to the franchise. ### Are the components of good quality? Yes! The game is known for its detailed miniatures and high-quality production, which significantly enhances the visual and tactile experience on the table. ### Does the game have much player interaction? Absolutely! Besides competing to be the first to collect trophies, you can have tavern brawls against other witchers, and your actions on the map can impact your opponents' plans. Interaction is a crucial part of the fun! ### Are there any expansions for the game? The Witcher: Old World has several expansions that add new witchers, monsters, mechanics, and even a cooperative mode. They expand the universe and replayability, but the base game already offers a complete and robust experience. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Rejoga**: R$ 1.250,00 (/partner/go.php?p=rejoga&g=2116&u=https%3A%2F%2Frejoga.com.br%2Fanuncio%2F60073b30-2f42-44e0-9301-0d279ebcd496%3Forigem%3Dboardgamesbot) ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 87.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6151513&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/39692/the-witcher-old-world?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com