Troyes
- Designer Sébastien Dujardin , Xavier Georges , Alain Orban
- Publisher Pearl Games , asmodee , Galápagos Jogos , HUCH! , Korea Boardgames
- Illustration Alexandre Roche
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In Troyes, you manage dice representing your citizens and place them in religious, military, and civil domains to gain influence. You can also pay opponents to use their workers. The game blends dice rolling, area majority, and card management, with events and hidden victory points adding dynamic twists. Gameplay lasts around 90 minutes and requires tactical planning and adaptability.
Who Is This Game For?
Troyes is a medium-weight game for 1 to 4 players aged 12 and up, including a solo mode. Its 90-minute playtime demands patience and strategic thinking. Beginners may face a learning curve, while experienced players will appreciate its depth.
How It Works
Players roll dice and assign them as workers to different city areas to achieve area majority and influence. Income provides resources, events affect gameplay, and end game bonuses plus hidden victory points decide the winner. Card management complements dice placement, enabling strategic actions across rounds.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Sébastien Dujardin, Xavier Georges, and Alain Orban, Troyes won the 2010 Jogo do Ano and placed third in the 2011 Deutscher Spiele Preis Best Family/Adult Game category. It uniquely combines dice rolling with area majority mechanics and is part of the Cities: Troyes series.
Awards
2011
2011
- 2011 Deutscher Spiele Preis Best Family/Adult Game 3rd Place — Nominated
- 2010 Jogo do Ano — Winner
- 2010 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Blend of Dice Rolling and Area Majority / Influence
- Includes solo mode
- Awarded Jogo do Ano 2010 and 3rd place Deutscher Spiele Preis 2011
- Rich tactical options with events and hidden victory points
Contra
- Moderate learning curve for newcomers
- Approximately 90 minutes playtime requires patience
- Not a pure family game due to complexity
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in medieval Troyes, a city in France’s Champagne region, spanning four centuries of its history. Players focus on religious, military, and civil influences.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on mastering dice placement and area majorities before exploring complex card combos.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Troyes includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 90 minutes, plus setup time.
What prior experience do I need?
It's a medium-weight game; familiarity with dice and area majority mechanics helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Troyes uniquely combines dice rolling with area majority and event mechanics for dynamic play.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and age recommendation of 12+, it's better suited for experienced families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Dice Rolling and Area Majority / Influence stands out.
Fazit
Troyes is recommended for players who enjoy strategic depth mixed with dice luck. It suits groups of 2 to 4 seeking complex interaction and planning.
