# Tribes: Early Civilization

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 6.4
- **BGG Rank**: #7787
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30-50 min
- **Weight**: 2.17 / 5
- **Designers**: Rustan Håkansson
- **Artists**: Lennart Moberg
- **Publishers**: Tea Time Productions
- **Categories**: Ancient, Civilization, Exploration, Prehistoric, Territory Building
- **Mechanics**: Grid Movement, Tile Placement

## Verdict
Enjoyed Nations and want something quicker? Tribes is a great pick for those who like civilization development and interaction without the fuss.Fast civilization progressionInteractive technology treeDynamic action systemHigh replayabilityMay feel too simpleInteraction can be indirectEvent randomnessRECOMMENDED

## Description
Tribes: Early Civilization invites you to lead your prehistoric crew to glory! In about 40 minutes, you'll guide your tribe from the dawn of humanity, through the Paleolithic and Neolithic eras, right up to the Bronze Age. Starting with the bare essentials and an unexplored corner of the map, the goal is to evolve, invent new technologies, explore the surroundings, fend off invaders, and, of course, survive unexpected catastrophes. The game is a 'fast 3X' (eXplore, eXpand, eXploit) with a special twist: each player has their own area to develop, but the technology tree and the action column are highly interactive.

On the tech tree, the first inventor gets a bonus, and the action column is where the magic happens – and shells (the game's currency) accumulate in a closed system. The main actions are explore, move, and grow, tied to your civilization level. Historical events and your tribe's military strength also come into play here, potentially giving you advantages or hindering opponents. The cool part is that, despite seeming fixed, the systems interlock in a way that makes each game feel fresh, with resources that can feel scarce one moment and abundant the next, ensuring that replayability we love without complicated upkeep.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
The game is for 1 to 4 players. It also includes rules for solo play!

### How long does a game typically last?
Games usually take between 30 and 50 minutes, depending on the player count and how familiar everyone is with the rules.

### Is it difficult to learn?
The complexity is considered moderate (BGG weight 2.17/5). The basic rules are easy to grasp, but mastering the strategies takes a little time.

### Does the game have a lot of player interaction?
Yes! The race for technology and managing the action column create significant interaction, even though territorial expansion is individual.

### Who is this game best suited for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy civilization, exploration, and territory building games, especially if you liked Nations and are looking for something quicker.

### Do I need to know English to play?
The text on the game components is minimal and easy to memorize, making it quite accessible for non-English speakers.

### What does 'fast 3X' mean?
It's a play on the term '4X' (eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, eXterminate), indicating that this game focuses on the first three actions quickly and concisely.

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