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Citadels (2016)

2–8 players · 30–60 min · age 10+ · ★ 7.3 on BGG

Players
2–8
Play time
30–60 min
Age
10+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
7.3/10

Best for 2–8 players aged 10+ who like bluffing games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30–60 min.

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About Citadels

Thief? King? Warlord? Draft the best temporary roles in this kingdom building game.

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BluffingCard GameCity BuildingFantasyMedieval

Mechanics: Action Drafting, Card Drafting, Income, Lose a Turn, Set Collection, Turn Order: Role Order · Designer: Bruno Faidutti

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Citadels FAQ

How many players is Citadels?
Citadels plays with 2–8 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Citadels take to play?
A game of Citadels takes 30–60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Citadels any good?
Citadels rates 7.3/10 from 8,237 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a bluffing / card game game built around action drafting, card drafting, income.