Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan
- Designer Simone Luciani , Daniele Tascini
- Publisher Hans im Glück , 999 Games , Albi , Albi Polska , Arclight Games
- Illustration Dennis Lohausen
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In Marco Polo II, you travel across the vast empire of the Khan from China back westward, fulfilling contracts and collecting valuable jade. The game features dice rolling, resource management, and point-to-point movement on a map. With new actions and scoring compared to its predecessor, it offers fresh strategic challenges in an immersive medieval setting.
Who Is This Game For?
This is a medium to expert-level game suitable for players aged 12 and up. With a playing time around 120 minutes, it requires patience and strategic thinking. Prior experience with economic and strategic Eurogames is recommended to fully enjoy its complexity.
How It Works
Players roll dice and use resources to move their pieces across the map (Point to Point Movement). They fulfill contracts to gain benefits and use dice results strategically (Dice Rolling). Turn order depends on player stats (Turn Order: Stat-Based), and each player has unique abilities (Variable Player Powers) that influence gameplay.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Simone Luciani and Daniele Tascini, Marco Polo II is a standalone sequel to The Voyages of Marco Polo. It was nominated for the Meeples Choice Award in 2019 and other international awards for strategy and artwork. The addition of rare Chinese jade and new mechanics refresh the classic game experience.
Awards
- 2021 GEEKS d'OURO Board Game of the Year — Nominated
- 2021 Gra Roku Advanced Game of the Year — Nominated
- 2020 5 Seasons Best International Artwork — Nominated
- 2020 5 Seasons Best International Strategy — Nominated
- 2019 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Diverse mechanics including dice rolling and contracts
- Standalone sequel with fresh challenges and rules
- Thematically rich journey through the Khan's empire
- Multiple award nominations from 2019 to 2021
Contra
- Lengthy playtime around 120 minutes
- Requires prior experience with complex games
- No solo mode available
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in medieval China and surrounding regions, players journey through historical cities like Beijing and Baghdad, expanding trade and influence under the Khan's rule.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on mastering dice and resource management to plan your turns effectively.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Marco Polo II is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 120 minutes, making it a longer session.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is aimed at medium to expert players familiar with economic and strategy games.
How does this compare to similar games?
Marco Polo II is a standalone sequel to The Voyages of Marco Polo, featuring new mechanics such as Chinese jade and altered actions.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and length, it is better suited for experienced players aged 12 and older rather than younger family members.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Dice Rolling, Contracts, and Variable Player Powers provides varied and strategic gameplay.
Fazit
Marco Polo II is recommended for players who enjoy complex economic and travel games and can commit to longer play sessions. Fans of the original or similar titles will find it a worthy and engaging successor.
