La Famiglia: The Great Mafia War
- Designer Maximilian Maria Thiel
- Publisher Feuerland Spiele , Boardgame Atelier , BoardM Factory , Capstone Games , Galakta
- Illustration Weberson Santiago
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In this 2v2 game, you control one of six mafia families with unique abilities, fighting for control of Sicily in the 1980s. The game phases split into planning, where you assign order counters and position fighters, and combat, where orders are revealed and executed. Tactical movement and psychological duels decide which team dominates regions on the island.
Who Is This Game For?
La Famiglia targets experienced players aged 16 and up who enjoy complex, team-based expert games. With a duration around 180 minutes, it demands patience and strategic coordination. Prior experience with Area Majority and team gameplay enhances the experience.
How It Works
Players use Area Majority / Influence to control Sicilian regions and Area Movement to position units. Order Counters are placed in the planning phase to prepare actions executed in combat. Variable Player Powers grant asymmetric family abilities, and the variable setup ensures each game is unique and replayable.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Maximilian Maria Thiel, La Famiglia won the 2024 As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année Expert and was a 2025 Lys Expert finalist. Its team-based gameplay combines asymmetric powers with an innovative order system set during the historic Mafia War in Sicily. Part of the Islands series, it offers high replay value.
Awards
2024
- 2025 Lys Expert — Finalist
Pro
- Asymmetric player powers for varied strategies
- Team-based 2v2 gameplay
- Innovative order counter mechanism
- Winner of As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année Expert 2024
Contra
- Long playtime around 180 minutes demands patience
- Strictly for four players, no solo mode
- Complex rules and mechanics can challenge newcomers
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in 1980s Sicily during the historic Great Mafia War, players command different mafia families competing for dominance in southern Italy.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding your mafia family's unique abilities before diving into advanced tactics.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, La Famiglia is designed exclusively for four players without a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Expect around 180 minutes per game, making it a long, involved session.
What prior experience do I need?
This expert game benefits from prior experience with strategy and team-based games.
How does this compare to similar games?
La Famiglia uniquely blends team play with asymmetric mafia powers and an order counter system.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity, length, and age recommendation of 16+, it is less suited for families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Order Counters with Area Majority and Variable Player Powers creates deep tactical gameplay.
Fazit
La Famiglia is recommended for players seeking a deep, team-oriented expert strategy game with asymmetric powers and long sessions. Its complexity and length require commitment and focus.
