Wir sind das Volk!: Combined Edition

Histogame · Board game · 2023
2–4 · best 2 60–200 min Weight 3.8/5
rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
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rating Ludopedia
8.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy board games with historical themes and deep political/economic strategy, this one's for you! The combined edition offers a profound and tense Cold War experience.

Highlights
  • Immersive historical simulation
  • Tough strategic decisions
  • Constant event tension
  • Expansion elevates complexity
Keep in mind
  • Can be somewhat complex
  • Requires engaged players
  • Long playtime
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to dive into post-World War II divided Germany! "Wir sind das Volk!: Combined Edition" merges the base game "Wir sind das Volk!" with its "2+2" expansion, delivering an intense political and economic simulation experience for 2 to 4 players. In the original mode, you take control of either East or West Germany, using action cards to rebuild the country, improve living standards, and prove your system's superiority. It's a game of precise planning, where unexpected events like economic crises or mass protests can turn the tide at any moment.

With the "2+2" expansion, the board expands to include the United States and the Soviet Union. Players now form partnerships (USA with West, USSR with East), but remember: there can only be one winner! This adds a layer of intrigue, where you must balance your bloc's interests with your own, even potentially sabotaging your partner. Furthermore, the superpowers vie for global supremacy in the space and arms race. It's a battle of nerves where world peace is a luxury that could end at any moment. With quality components and a strong theme, this game offers an immersive and strategic experience that will keep you thinking for hours.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 BEST
3 OK
4 REC

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Game details

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Country: Germany Digital Implementations: Boardgamecore History: Cold War
Publisher Histogame
Designer Peer Sylvester, Richard Sivél
Artist Friedemann Bochow, Richard Shako

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players does this game support and what's the average playtime?
The game is for 2 to 4 players and can take anywhere from 60 to 200 minutes, depending on the player count and their experience.
What is the complexity level of "Wir sind das Volk!"?
The game is considered medium-heavy, with a BGG weight of 3.83/5. It requires planning and adaptation.
What does the "Combined Edition" include?
This edition combines the base game "Wir sind das Volk!" with the "2+2" expansion, allowing play for 2 or 4 players (with the expansion) and adding the superpowers.
Is the game only about economics, or are there other elements?
It combines economic and political elements, focusing on the reconstruction and development of both sides of divided Germany, along with historical events and Cold War tensions.
Do I need to know the base game to play with the expansion?
Yes, the "2+2" expansion adds superpowers and new dynamics, but the core of the game is the original "Wir sind das Volk!". The combined edition makes it easy as both are in the same box.
Who would you recommend this game to?
We recommend it for players who enjoy historical simulations, games with deep strategic interaction, Cold War themes, and don't mind a longer playtime.

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