A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (Second Edition)
- Designer Christian T. Petersen
- Publisher Fantasy Flight Games , ADC Blackfire Entertainment , cutia.ro , Delta Vision Publishing , Edge Entertainment
- Illustration Heiko Eller , Tomasz Jedruszek , Henning Ludvigsen
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In this game, 3 to 6 players take on the roles of great Houses competing for control of Westeros. You secretly assign orders to your units and engage in warfare while forming and breaking alliances. Strategic planning, clever card play, and tense negotiations shape the course of the game. Each round includes Westeros events, planning, and action phases that provide deep tactical and social interaction.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for experienced players aged 14 and up, this game demands patience with its long 240-minute playtime and complex mechanics. Casual gamers or families with younger children may find the rules and duration challenging. It suits fans of political wargames and negotiation-heavy strategy.
How It Works
Each round consists of a Westeros Phase with global effects, a Planning Phase where players secretly place orders on controlled areas, and an Action Phase where orders resolve. Mechanics like Area Movement, Alliances, and Advantage Tokens drive diplomacy and tactics. House Cards resolve conflicts, while player negotiations often determine the outcome.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Christian T. Petersen, the game won the 2013 Ludoteca Ideale Official Selection. Based on George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, it blends area control with intense negotiation and alliances. The second edition improves balance and clarity over the original.
Awards
- 2013 Ludoteca Ideale Official Selection — Winner
- 2011 Charles S. Roberts Best Science-Fiction or Fantasy Board Wargame — Nominated
Pro
- Deep negotiation mechanics enhance social interaction
- Strategic planning through area movement and advantage tokens
- Based on the popular fantasy book series 'A Song of Ice and Fire'
- Optimized for 3-6 players; no solo mode included
Contra
- Long playtime of about 240 minutes requires patience
- Complex rules and mechanics can be challenging for beginners
- Not suitable for families with younger children (age 14+)
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the fantasy world of Westeros from George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series, players vie for dominance over the Seven Kingdoms.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand the diplomacy and interplay of mechanics, and plan your moves with potential alliances in mind.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, the game is designed for 3 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 240 minutes, requiring ample time and patience.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with complex strategy games and diplomacy is helpful due to the extensive rules.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its combination of area movement, negotiation, and advantage tokens makes it unique among political wargames.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and the age recommendation of 14+, it is more suited to experienced players than families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Alliances and Card Play Conflict Resolution mechanics create intense negotiation and tactical battles.
Fazit
A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (Second Edition) is recommended for seasoned players who enjoy complex strategy games with heavy interaction and diplomacy. Casual players should consider the long playtime.
