Civilization: A New Dawn
- Designer James Kniffen
- Publisher Fantasy Flight Games , 2K Games, Inc. , ADC Blackfire Entertainment , Fantasmagoria , Firaxis Games, Inc.
- Illustration Anders Finér , Michael Silsby
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Civilization: A New Dawn, players lead their civilizations on a modular hex board, exploring technologies, constructing wonders, and competing for influence. Each game features variable victory conditions via drawn agenda cards that guide your goals. You race to fulfill these agendas by expanding your civilization's territory and power, adapting your strategy to ever-changing objectives and opponents.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at experienced players aged 14 and up who enjoy complex 4X strategy games lasting around 120 minutes. It requires familiarity with area majority, modular boards, and variable player powers. Beginners may find the depth and length challenging.
How It Works
Civilization: A New Dawn uses mechanics such as Area Majority, Hexagon Grid, and Variable Player Powers. Players control territories on a modular board, competing to gain influence and complete agenda-based victory conditions. Technologies and wonders enhance your civilization's engine while you adapt your tactics to meet shifting goals and rival players' actions.
What Makes It Special
Designed by James Kniffen and part of the Sid Meier's Civilization series, this game was nominated in 2017 for Board Game Quest Awards Best Strategy/Euro Game and Game of the Year. Its unique blend of modular hex tiles, variable victory conditions, and area majority mechanics sets it apart among 4X board games.
Awards
- 2020 MinD-Spielepreis Complex Game — Nominated
- 2017 Board Game Quest Awards Best Strategy/Euro Game — Nominated
- 2017 Board Game Quest Awards Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Modular hex board enabling high replayability
- Variable victory conditions through agenda cards
- Deep 4X mechanics with area majority and influence
- Designed by James Kniffen, part of a famous game series
Contra
- No solo mode; requires 2 to 4 players
- Relatively long playtime of about 120 minutes
- Complex rules demand player experience and learning
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game centers on building historic civilizations on a newly discovered map. Players represent different empires, developing their domains through expansion, technology, and competition.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on understanding influence and area control before exploring complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
The game supports 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts around 120 minutes, plus setup time.
What prior experience do I need?
It is designed for experienced players familiar with complex 4X strategy games.
How does this compare to similar games?
It uniquely combines modular hex boards, variable victory conditions, and area majority mechanics among 4X games.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 14+, it is better suited for experienced players than younger families.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its mix of Area Majority, modular hex tiles, and variable player powers defines its gameplay.
Fazit
Civilization: A New Dawn is a solid choice for strategic players seeking a complex 4X experience. It is less suited for those preferring shorter or simpler games.
