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Down with the King (1981)

2–6 players · 120 min · age 12+ · ★ 5.8 on BGG

Players
2–6
Play time
120 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
5.8/10

Best for 2–6 players aged 12+ who like card games — medium complexity, plays in 120 min.

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About Down with the King

Intricate and involved game of player nobles each seeking to overthrow the king.

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Mechanics: Card Drafting, Dice Rolling, Events, Paper-and-Pencil, Role Playing · Designer: Glenn Rahman, Kenneth Rahman

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P

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Down with the King FAQ

How many players is Down with the King?
Down with the King plays with 2–6 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Down with the King take to play?
A game of Down with the King takes 120 min, at medium complexity (3.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Down with the King any good?
Down with the King rates 5.8/10 from 446 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / fantasy game built around card drafting, dice rolling, events.