Andreas Steiner
Phalanx Games B.V. was an active publisher from 1981 to 2009, focusing on card games, economic titles and wargames.
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Biography
Phalanx Games B.V. published around 15 titles recorded in our database between 1981 and 2009. unsere Datenbank notes that Phalanx Games B.V. worked with Phalanx Games Polska from 2009 until 2012 and that Phalanx Games B.V. closed in 2012. No precise founding place or dates are provided in the source data.
Career
Over nearly three decades (1981–2009) the publisher released a mix of card games, wargames, fantasy and economic-themed titles. The publisher's catalog frequently employs point-to-point movement, auction/bidding and hand-management mechanics, with dice rolling and campaign/battle-card driven systems appearing in several releases. Our database lists 15 games under the Phalanx Games B.V. name.
Most Famous Games
Notable releases include Steam (2009), Maharaja: The Game of Palace Building in India (2004) and Stronghold (2009). Other prominent titles are A House Divided: War Between the States 1861-65 (1981) and Before the Wind (2007). Several of these titles collected awards or nominations across Dutch and international award families.
Design Style
Phalanx combined strategic card- and economy-focused designs with historical wargame themes. Signature features are the mix of point-to-point movement with auction and hand-management elements, often supported by dice or campaign-driven mechanics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Phalanx Games B.V. from?
The source data does not specify a definitive country; the publisher operated under the name Phalanx Games B.V.
What is their most famous game?
Steam (2009) is among the publisher's best-known titles.
What mechanic is their signature?
Common mechanics include Point to Point Movement, Auction/Bidding and Hand Management.
How long have they been active?
They were active from 1981 to 2009.
Verdict
Recommended for players interested in strategic card games, historical wargames and economically-focused Euros.
