How many players is Great Wall of China?

Great Wall of China plays with 2–5 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Great Wall of China take to play?

A game of Great Wall of China takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (1.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Great Wall of China any good?

Great Wall of China rates 6.2/10 from 2,037 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game game built around area majority / influence, hand management.

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Great Wall of China (2006)

2–5 players · 30 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.2 on BGG

Players: 2–5
Play time: 30 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.2/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 10+ who like card games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Great Wall of China

This game lets each player take on the role of a Northern Chinese prince. His task: the construction of a massive wall. His reward: Honor everlasting! To gain the honor, though, requires some sweat. The requirements are the same for each player. Each player has a set of cards in his color: seven wall cards (worth 1 point), three gate cards (worth 2 points) and one watchtower card (worth 3 points).

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Card Game

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Hand Management · Designer: Reiner Knizia

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P

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Great Wall of China FAQ

How many players is Great Wall of China?: Great Wall of China plays with 2–5 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Great Wall of China take to play?: A game of Great Wall of China takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (1.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Great Wall of China any good?: Great Wall of China rates 6.2/10 from 2,037 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game game built around area majority / influence, hand management.