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Circus Maximus (1979)
2–10 players · 120 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG
- Players
- 2–10
- Play time
- 120 min
- Age
- 12+
- Complexity
- Medium
- BGG rating
- 6.7/10
Best for 2–10 players aged 12+ who like ancient games — medium complexity, plays in 120 min.
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About Circus Maximus
The race goes on in this game of cinematic chariot contests in the Roman circus.
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Mechanics: Action Points, Action Queue, Betting and Bluffing, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid · Designer: Don Greenwood, Michael S. Matheny
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Circus Maximus FAQ
- How many players is Circus Maximus?
- Circus Maximus plays with 2–10 players, ages 12 and up.
- How long does Circus Maximus take to play?
- A game of Circus Maximus takes 120 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
- Is Circus Maximus any good?
- Circus Maximus rates 6.7/10 from 1,582 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a ancient / fighting game built around action points, action queue, betting and bluffing.