Runewars
- Designer Corey Konieczka
- Publisher Fantasy Flight Games , Edge Entertainment , Galakta , Giochi Uniti , Heidelberger Spieleverlag
- Illustration Kevin Childress , Jesper Ejsing , Moy Shin Hung , Andrew Navaro , Brian Schomburg , WiL Springer
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
Players engage in a strategic battle of conquest, resource gathering, and army building in the fantasy world of Terrinoth. Runewars features area control, simultaneous action selection, and auctions as players vie for dominance. The game includes heavily fortified cities and diverse factions fighting for the dragon runes. It shares its universe with titles like Runebound and Descent.
Who Is This Game For?
Runewars targets experienced gamers who enjoy complex, long strategy games. With a playtime around four hours and a recommended age of 14+, it suits seasoned players comfortable with deep tactical gameplay. Patience and strategic planning are essential.
How It Works
Players select actions simultaneously and move units on a modular hex grid. Auctions and bidding are used to secure resources and influence. The core mechanic is area majority, where controlling key territories grants advantages. The interplay of Area Majority, Auction/Bidding, and Grid Movement defines the gameplay.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Corey Konieczka, Runewars was nominated in 2010 for the Charles S. Roberts Award for Best Science-Fiction or Fantasy Board Wargame. It belongs to Fantasy Flight's Big Box series and uses miniatures on a modular board. The game is set in the Realms of Terrinoth, linking it to other popular Fantasy Flight titles.
Awards
2010
- 2011 JoTa Best Artwork — Nominated
- 2011 JoTa Best Heavy Board Game — Nominated
- 2011 JoTa Best Wargame — Nominated
- 2010 Charles S. Roberts Best Science-Fiction or Fantasy Board Wargame — Nominated
Pro
- Complex strategic mechanics combining area majority and auctions
- Modular hex board increases replayability
- Set in the popular Terrinoth universe with rich fantasy lore
- Multiple award nominations highlight its thematic and gameplay quality
Contra
- Long playtime around 240 minutes requires patience
- High complexity, best for experienced players
- Age restriction of 14+ limits family play with younger children
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the fantasy world of the Realms of Terrinoth, Runewars features factions battling for control over magical runes and territories within a well-established fantasy universe.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on mastering area majority and simultaneous action selection before diving into advanced strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Runewars is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include an official solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game of Runewars lasts about 240 minutes, including setup.
What prior experience do I need?
The game requires experience with complex strategy games and tactical planning, suitable for seasoned gamers.
How does this compare to similar games?
Runewars uniquely combines area majority, auction/bidding, and simultaneous action selection on a modular hex board.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its long duration and age recommendation of 14+, Runewars is better suited for experienced players than for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The integration of Area Majority, Auction/Bidding, and Simultaneous Action Selection defines Runewars’ strategic depth.
Fazit
Runewars is recommended for players seeking a deep and lengthy fantasy wargame with strategic complexity. It’s less suitable for casual or short-session gamers due to its duration.
