How many players is Helvetia?

Helvetia plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Helvetia take to play?

A game of Helvetia takes 90 min, at medium complexity (3.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Helvetia any good?

Helvetia rates 7.0/10 from 1,962 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a city building game built around action points, area majority / influence, worker placement.

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Helvetia (2011)

2–4 players · 90 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.0 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 90 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 7.0/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like city building games — medium complexity, plays in 90 min.

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About Helvetia

Build new homes, bring culture to your village, and sell essential goods at market.

City Building

Mechanics: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Worker Placement · Designer: Matthias Cramer

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Helvetia FAQ

How many players is Helvetia?: Helvetia plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Helvetia take to play?: A game of Helvetia takes 90 min, at medium complexity (3.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Helvetia any good?: Helvetia rates 7.0/10 from 1,962 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a city building game built around action points, area majority / influence, worker placement.