# Uprising: Curse of the Last Emperor

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 8.4
- **BGG Rank**: #1213
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 120-240 min
- **Weight**: 3.74 / 5
- **Designers**: Cornelius Cremin, Dirk Sommer, Pawel Mazur
- **Artists**: Bartek Fedyczak, Dirk Sommer, Igor Desic
- **Publishers**: Nemesis.Games
- **Categories**: Civilization, Dice, Economic, Fantasy, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Die Icon Resolution, Modular Board, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you enjoy cooperative games with a dark theme and lots of strategy, Uprising might be your new addiction! It's a 4X challenge that demands coordination and planning.Immersive cooperative experienceHigh replayability with modularityStrategic 4X challengeEngaging post-apocalyptic themeComplexity and playtimeModerate language dependencyRequires good communicationHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Prepare to face the end of the world in Uprising: Curse of the Last Emperor, a breathtaking cooperative game for 1 to 4 players that throws you into a dark fantasy post-apocalyptic setting. In each game, you and your friends take on the roles of legendary heroes, each leading their faction to survive and thrive as the world crumbles. Forget competition among yourselves; here, the goal is to work as a team against two enemy factions controlled by the game itself: Chaos and the Empire. It's a true cooperative 4X challenge, where you'll need to explore the devastated lands, expand your domains, exploit the scarce resources found, and exterminate the hordes that threaten everyone. The beauty of Uprising lies in its replayability: the modular board ensures every exploration is unique, the asymmetric factions offer distinct paths, and a flood of events keeps the tension high. The game unfolds over four epic chapters, and the fate of the world is in your hands. If, by the end, you don't surpass the victory points of Chaos and the Empire, the end will be inevitable. Brace yourselves for difficult decisions, strategic alliances, and an immersive experience that will test your limits of coordination and strategy.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Uprising?
Prepare for a long journey! A game can take between 120 to 240 minutes, depending on the number of players and how quickly you make decisions.

### Can this game be played solo?
Yes! Uprising is designed for solo play (1 player) and also supports up to 4 players in cooperative mode.

### Is the game very difficult?
It's considered a strategically challenging game, with a medium-high complexity rating (3.73/5 on BGG). It requires good planning and coordination among players to overcome the challenges posed by the game.

### Do I need to know English to play?
The game has moderate language dependency. Some cards and components might require translation for a smoother experience, but there are community-created resources available to help.

### What does 'cooperative 4X game' mean?
It means that you, as a team, will need to 'Explore' the map, 'Expand' your territory, 'Exploit' resources, and 'Exterminate' threats, all while working together against the game-controlled enemies.

### Who is Uprising best suited for?
Ideal for those who love cooperative games with strong themes, enjoy planning complex strategies, and don't mind a longer playtime. Fans of dark fantasy and post-apocalyptic settings will feel right at home.

### Does the board change every game?
Yes! The board is modular, meaning it's assembled with tiles that can be arranged differently each game. This, along with the variety of events, ensures that each playthrough is a new adventure.