How many players is Arkwright?

Arkwright plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Arkwright take to play?

A game of Arkwright takes 120–240 min, at heavy complexity (4.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Arkwright any good?

Arkwright rates 7.8/10 from 2,042 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / industry / manufacturing game built around commodity speculation, investment, simulation.

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Arkwright (2014)

2–4 players · 120–240 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.8 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 120–240 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Heavy
BGG rating: 7.8/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like economic games — heavy complexity, plays in 120–240 min.

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About Arkwright

Amass wealth as a manufacturing entrepreneur — embrace the industrial revolution.

Economic Industry / Manufacturing

Mechanics: Commodity Speculation, Investment, Simulation, Stock Holding, Variable Phase Order, Worker Placement · Designer: Stefan Risthaus

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Arkwright FAQ

How many players is Arkwright?: Arkwright plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Arkwright take to play?: A game of Arkwright takes 120–240 min, at heavy complexity (4.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Arkwright any good?: Arkwright rates 7.8/10 from 2,042 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / industry / manufacturing game built around commodity speculation, investment, simulation.