How many players is City of Gears?

City of Gears plays with 2–4 players, ages 8 and up.

How long does City of Gears take to play?

A game of City of Gears takes 45–60 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is City of Gears any good?

City of Gears rates 6.7/10 from 808 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a city building / dice game built around area majority / influence, dice rolling, modular board.

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City of Gears (2012)

2–4 players · 45–60 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 45–60 min
Age: 8+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 6.7/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 8+ who like city building games — medium complexity, plays in 45–60 min.

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Socket technology cogs to conquer others in the City of Gears.

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City of Gears FAQ

How many players is City of Gears?: City of Gears plays with 2–4 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does City of Gears take to play?: A game of City of Gears takes 45–60 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is City of Gears any good?: City of Gears rates 6.7/10 from 808 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a city building / dice game built around area majority / influence, dice rolling, modular board.