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Cathedral (1978)

2 players · 20 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.5 on BGG

Players
2
Play time
20 min
Age
8+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.5/10

Best for 2 players aged 8+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 20 min.

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About Cathedral

Outwit your opponent and play all your pieces first in this abstract city-builder.

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Abstract Strategy

Mechanics: Enclosure, Pattern Building, Pattern Recognition, Tile Placement · Designer: Robert P. Moore

Players: 2P

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Cathedral FAQ

How many players is Cathedral?
Cathedral plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.
How long does Cathedral take to play?
A game of Cathedral takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (1.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Cathedral any good?
Cathedral rates 6.5/10 from 3,269 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy game built around enclosure, pattern building, pattern recognition.