Successors: The Battles for Alexander's Empire
- Designer Richard H. Berg , John B. Firer , Mark Simonitch
- Publisher GMT Games
- Illustration Jean André Castaigne , Rodger B. MacGowan , Kurt Miller , Patrick O'Brien , Mark Simonitch , Eric Williams (I)
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In Successors, players take on the role of Macedonian generals fighting for control after Alexander the Great's death in 323 BC. The game simulates the Wars of the Diadochi until 305 BC with strategic decision-making and campaign cards. Players move units point-to-point on a detailed Mediterranean map and vie for control of key areas through influence majority.
Who Is This Game For?
The game targets experienced wargamers aged 12 and up who can commit to long sessions of up to 300 minutes. As a medium to heavy strategy game, prior experience with complex simulations is beneficial to navigate its detailed rules and tactical layers.
How It Works
Successors combines Area Majority / Influence with Dice Rolling and Campaign / Battle Card Driven mechanics. Players move units across a point-to-point map, resolve combat with dice, and play influence cards to control regions. The goal is to dominate key territories and secure your realm against up to three opponents.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Mark Simonitch, Richard H. Berg, and John B. Firer, Successors was nominated for the 2009 Golden Geek Best Wargame. It belongs to the Ancient: Greece family and stands out for its deep historical simulation of the Diadochi wars.
Awards
2009
Pro
- Historically grounded simulation of the Diadochi Wars
- Deep Area Majority and Dice Rolling mechanics
- Includes campaign and battle cards for tactical variety
- 2009 Golden Geek Best Wargame nominee
Contra
- Very long playtime of up to 300 minutes
- High complexity, challenging for newcomers
- Requires 3 to 4 players, no solo mode
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the ancient Mediterranean and Middle East after Alexander's death in 323 BC, the game depicts the power struggles of the Diadochi over his empire.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand the campaign and influence mechanics, and consider playing with experienced players to learn the rules more easily.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Successors is designed for 3 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 300 minutes, including setup and explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is aimed at experienced wargamers familiar with complex simulations and long playtimes.
How does this compare to similar games?
Successors stands out by combining Area Majority, Dice Rolling, and Campaign Cards to deeply simulate the Diadochi wars.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and length, it is better suited for experienced players rather than families with children.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its blend of Area Majority, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, and Dice Rolling mechanics offers tactical depth.
Fazit
Successors is recommended for players seeking long, strategic wargames with historical depth. Casual players may find the length and complexity challenging.
