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Hoplomachus The Lost Cities (2012)

1–3 players · 60 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.9 on BGG

Players
1–3
Play time
60 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
7.9/10

Best for 1–3 players aged 12+ who like ancient games — medium complexity, plays in 60 min.

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About Hoplomachus The Lost Cities

Hoplomachus [ha-ploh-ma-kuss], or "Hoplo" for short, is a hex-based tactical board game set inside a gladiatorial arena. One to three players, each representing an ancient city/civilization thought to have been lost to the world, are now on Rome's doorstep vying for a place in the prestigious arena games. Players have a very clear objective: Eliminate the opponent's champion. Champions start the game in the arena but are inactive and defenseless. They will not fight

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Hoplomachus The Lost Cities FAQ

How many players is Hoplomachus The Lost Cities?
Hoplomachus The Lost Cities plays with 1–3 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Hoplomachus The Lost Cities take to play?
A game of Hoplomachus The Lost Cities takes 60 min, at medium complexity (2.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Hoplomachus The Lost Cities any good?
Hoplomachus The Lost Cities rates 7.9/10 from 520 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a ancient / fighting game built around deck, dice rolling, enclosure.