Stone Age
- Designer Bernd Brunnhofer
- Publisher Hans im Glück , 999 Games , asmodee , Bard Centrum Gier , Boardgame Space
- Illustration Michael Menzel
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You control a tribe, collect resources like wood, stone and gold, trade, and expand your village. The game balances Dice Rolling with planning; actions are taken via Worker Placement and Set Collection. Each round you place tribe members, activate your occupied areas, and must ensure enough food for your people.
Who Is This Game For?
Stone Age suits experienced family gamers and hobbyists; the minimum age is 10 and playtime is about 90 minutes (extended). New players should be ready for tactical planning and some luck from dice.
How It Works
Players place workers on action spaces (Worker Placement) such as hunting, trading or the quarry to gather resources. Dice Rolling determines yields in resource-gathering. Contracts and trading allow resource exchange, and players aim for End Game Bonuses through collected sets (Set Collection). Turn order can shift over the course of the game (Turn Order: Progressive).
What Makes It Special
Released in 2008 and designed by Bernd Brunnhofer, Stone Age earned 2nd place at the Deutscher Spiele Preis 2008 (Best Family/Adult Game) and several Golden Geek nominations in 2008. Its fusion of worker placement and dice-driven resource collection distinguishes it from pure engine-builders.
Awards
2008
2008
- 2008 Deutscher Spiele Preis Best Family/Adult Game 2nd Place — Nominated
- 2008 Hra roku — Nominated
Pro
- Strong Worker-Placement core combined with Dice Rolling
- Thematic resource and village development
- Suitable for 2–4 players and experienced family groups
- Award recognition: Deutscher Spiele Preis 2008, 2nd place
Contra
- Dice luck can heavily influence outcomes
- Setup and playtime (~90 minutes) may be long for newcomers
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the Stone Age, players manage tribes that gather resources, hunt and build a village. The theme focuses on prehistoric resource management and village development.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on steady resource cycles and maintaining food; avoid complex tactics in your initial games.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Stone Age is designed for 2–4 players (no solo mode indicated).
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 90 minutes; teaching and setup will add time for first plays.
What prior experience do I need?
Some familiarity with family/introductory hobby games helps because Worker Placement and dice mechanics are combined.
How does this compare to similar games?
Stone Age pairs Worker Placement with Dice Rolling and Set Collection, making it different from pure engine-builders or purely deterministic placement games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, for families with children aged 10+ and players comfortable with ~90-minute games.
What mechanic makes it special?
The central combination of Worker Placement and Dice Rolling is the defining mechanic.
Fazit
A reliable pick for groups who enjoy worker placement with dice; best at 2–4 players. Beginners may find the mix of luck and strategy challenging at first.
