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Age of Renaissance (1996)

3–6 players · 120–300 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.1 on BGG

Players
3–6
Play time
120–300 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium-heavy
BGG rating
7.1/10

Best for 3–6 players aged 12+ who like civilization games — medium-heavy complexity, plays in 120–300 min.

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About Age of Renaissance

A game that is often described as a semi-sequel to Civilization. Players attempt to build up their cultures during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods. The game features a card deck that holds events, payout cards, and famous leaders of the particular eras. Although all cards will turn up somewhere during the game, the timing and position in which they will be played is crucial and will ensure a different game every time. The main goal of each city-state is to gain points…

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Mechanics: Area Movement, Auction/Bidding · Designer: Don Greenwood, Jared Scarborough

Players: 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P

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Age of Renaissance FAQ

How many players is Age of Renaissance?
Age of Renaissance plays with 3–6 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Age of Renaissance take to play?
A game of Age of Renaissance takes 120–300 min, at medium-heavy complexity (3.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Age of Renaissance any good?
Age of Renaissance rates 7.1/10 from 2,134 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a civilization / economic game built around area movement, auction/bidding.