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A Brief History of the World (2009)

3–6 players · 90–180 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.9 on BGG

Players: 3–6
Play time: 90–180 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 6.9/10

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About A Brief History of the World

A sweeping ride through the history of mankind with 50 of the mightiest empires ever.

Ancient Civilization Medieval Renaissance Wargame

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Card Drafting, Catch the Leader, Dice Rolling, Turn Order: Role Order · Designer: Gary Dicken, Steve Kendall, Phil Kendall

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