Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition
- Designer Vlaada Chvátil , Paul Grogan , Phil Pettifer
- Publisher WizKids (I) , Angry Lion Games , Delta Vision Publishing , Galápagos Jogos , Game Harbor
- Illustration John Camacho , Tariq Hassan , J. Lonnee , Octographics , Chris Raimo , Milan Vavroň
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You control one of seven powerful Mage Knights exploring dungeons and cities in the Mage Knight universe. The game combines RPG elements with traditional board game mechanics, offering both competitive and cooperative scenarios. A solo mode is included, allowing flexible play for one to five players.
Who Is This Game For?
Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition targets experienced gamers aged 14 and up who enjoy deep, strategic games. With a playtime around 150 minutes, it suits lengthy game sessions. Beginners should be ready to invest time learning the detailed rules.
How It Works
The game uses deck, bag, and pool building alongside hand management and card play conflict resolution. Players move their figures on a grid, play cards to perform actions and battles, and roll dice to introduce chance. Strategies evolve in cooperative or competitive modes aiming to conquer cities and build power.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Vlaada Chvátil, Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition won the 2018 RPC Fantasy Award for Most Promising Product. It blends RPG mechanics with deck building and classic board game elements, featuring miniatures and extensive solo rules. The Ultimate Edition compiles base and expansion content in one comprehensive package.
Awards
- 2018 RPC Fantasy Award Most Promising Product — Winner
Pro
- Extensive solo and multiplayer modes
- Combination of deck building, RPG, and board game mechanics
- Diverse strategies through hand management and grid movement
- Winner of the 2018 RPC Fantasy Award
Contra
- Long playtime around 150 minutes
- High complexity not suited for casual or family players
- Requires patience for learning rules and setup
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the Mage Knight fantasy universe dominated by the Atlantean Empire, players explore a mystical world filled with dungeons, cities, and competing factions vying for control.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to learn the rules and start with the solo mode to familiarize yourself with the mechanics and flow.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition includes solo rules and supports 1 to 5 players.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 150 minutes, with a setup time reflecting the game's complexity.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a complex strategy game aimed at experienced players familiar with deck building and strategic games.
How does this compare to similar games?
Mage Knight uniquely blends RPG, deck building, and classic board game elements with miniatures and both cooperative and competitive play.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and length, it is more suitable for experienced players aged 14 and older rather than younger family members.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of deck, bag and pool building, hand management, and grid movement defines the strategic depth.
Fazit
For players seeking a complex fantasy adventure with strategic deck building and willing to invest time learning, Mage Knight: Ultimate Edition is highly recommended. Those preferring quick, lighter games should look elsewhere.
