Messina 1347
- Designer Raúl Fernández Aparicio , Vladimír Suchý
- Publisher Delicious Games , Arrakis Games , Fox in the Box , Gém Klub Kft. , Hobby World
- Illustration Michal Peichl
Track your results with Playnexi
Add this game to your collection and track sessions, scores, and statistics.
Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Messina 1347, players take on the roles of influential families fleeing the plague in Messina. You save inhabitants, fight the epidemic in town, and build your countryside estate. The modular board and variable player powers add tactical depth while you await the chance to reclaim the city.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets strategy enthusiasts aged 14 and up who enjoy complex economic simulations and historical themes. With a playtime around 140 minutes, it demands patience and strategic planning. Prior experience with economic or worker placement games is recommended.
How It Works
Combining grid and track movement on a modular board, players use their unique powers to generate income and plan efficient actions. The goal is to combat the plague in town while prospering outside the city. A solo mode is included for single-player play.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Vladimír Suchý, Messina 1347 was nominated for the Goblin Magnifico and Jogo do Ano in 2022 and was a finalist for the JUG Adult Game of the Year. It uniquely blends economic gameplay with a historical plague epidemic theme in Sicily.
Awards
- 2022 Goblin Magnifico — Nominated
- 2022 Jogo do Ano — Nominated
- 2022 JUG Adult Game of the Year — Finalist
Pro
- Deep blend of economic strategy and disease control
- Modular board provides varied gameplay
- Variable player powers increase replayability
- Includes a solo mode
Contra
- Long playtime around 140 minutes
- Complex strategy game with steep learning curve
- Age 14+; not ideal for families with young children
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in medieval Messina, Sicily during the devastating plague epidemic of 1347, portraying historical challenges and epidemic control efforts.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand your unique player powers and balance income generation with epidemic control for efficient play.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Messina 1347 includes a solo mode for single-player gaming.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 140 minutes, plus setup and explanation time.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a complex strategy game; experience with economic or worker placement games is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Messina 1347 uniquely combines economic simulation with a historical plague theme and modular board gameplay.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to complexity and age recommendation of 14+, it is better suited for experienced players than families with young kids.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of modular board, grid movement, and variable player powers provides tactical variety.
Fazit
Messina 1347 is recommended for players seeking a deep economic game with a historical setting and who can invest time in longer sessions.
