How many players is Circus Imperium?

Circus Imperium plays with 2–12 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Circus Imperium take to play?

A game of Circus Imperium takes 120 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Circus Imperium any good?

Circus Imperium rates 6.7/10 from 282 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a fantasy / racing game built around area-impulse, hexagon grid.

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Circus Imperium (1988)

2–12 players · 120 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players: 2–12
Play time: 120 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.7/10

Best for 2–12 players aged 12+ who like fantasy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 120 min.

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About Circus Imperium

Circus Imperium is a tongue in cheek chariot racing game loosely based on FASA's RPG Renegade Legion. Players attempt to complete three circuts while keeping their chariots and drivers intact. The main challenge is manuvering around the bends while attempting to disable or block your opponents. The game has some brief miniature rules and provisions for all sorts of carnage. Manuvering cards also add a bit of randomness to the race. Not for the serious strategist, but all in a…

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Fantasy Racing

Mechanics: Area-Impulse, Hexagon Grid · Designer: L. Ross Babcock, Sam Lewis, Jordan Weisman

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P · 7P · 8P

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Circus Imperium FAQ

How many players is Circus Imperium?: Circus Imperium plays with 2–12 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Circus Imperium take to play?: A game of Circus Imperium takes 120 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Circus Imperium any good?: Circus Imperium rates 6.7/10 from 282 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a fantasy / racing game built around area-impulse, hexagon grid.