The 7th Citadel
- Designer Ludovic Roudy , Bruno Sautter
- Publisher Serious Poulp
- Illustration Ludovic Roudy
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In The 7th Citadel, you play as a fugitive slave-gardener in a post-apocalyptic medieval fantasy world. You freely explore the collapsing lands by revealing a modular board with numbered terrain and event cards. Interact with the environment, make narrative choices, and build a city to renew the desolate world. Your decisions shape the campaign leading to an epic final confrontation.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at experienced hobby gamers aged 14 and up who enjoy long, complex cooperative campaigns. With a duration of about 1000 minutes, it requires patience and commitment. A solo mode is included, allowing single players to join the adventure.
How It Works
The 7th Citadel combines cooperative gameplay with grid movement and hand management mechanics. Players move together on a modular board that unfolds dynamically through card reveals. Narrative choice elements dictate story progression across scenarios and missions, creating an evolving campaign with varied challenges and decisions.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Ludovic Roudy and Bruno Sautter, The 7th Citadel is part of the acclaimed The 7th Continent series and was nominated for several 2024 Golden Geek Awards, including Best Cooperative Game. Its mix of modular board, narrative campaign, and cooperative mechanics sets it apart in the fantasy adventure genre.
Awards
2024
Pro
- Cooperative adventure with strong narrative elements
- Modular board for variable exploration
- Includes solo mode
- Part of the popular The 7th Continent series
Contra
- Very long total playtime around 1000 minutes
- High complexity aimed at experienced gamers
- Recommended for ages 14 and up, not family-friendly for young kids
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a post-apocalyptic medieval fantasy world where you play as a slave-gardener fighting a great threat. The ruined lands and inhabitants create an immersive atmosphere.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take your time with the campaign and focus on shared decision-making and story immersion.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, The 7th Citadel includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
The full campaign lasts about 1000 minutes, with scenario lengths varying.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a complex game aimed at experienced players familiar with cooperative and narrative gameplay.
How does this compare to similar games?
The 7th Citadel combines modular board exploration with a deep narrative campaign, continuing the The 7th Continent series.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 14+, it is less suitable for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its blend of cooperative play, modular board movement, and narrative choice stands out.
Fazit
The 7th Citadel offers an extensive campaign for fans of cooperative and narrative games willing to invest significant time. Its length demands patience but delivers a deep adventure experience.
