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Intrigue (1994)

3–5 players · 45 min · age 14+ · ★ 6.4 on BGG

Players
3–5
Play time
45 min
Age
14+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.4/10

Best for 3–5 players aged 14+ who like negotiation games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Intrigue

This pure negotiation game pits the players as Renaissance era families that are engaging in rampant nepotism. Players are seeking positions in the other families' businesses, and to further that pursuit players offer bribes. However, once accepting a bribe, the 'bought' player is under absolutely no obligation to honor the highest briber or any other verbal deal. In a word, this game is vicious. The new AMIGO edition came out in 2005. The main difference between the F.X. Sch

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NegotiationRenaissance

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Auction/Bidding, Bribery, Hand Management · Designer: Stefan Dorra

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Intrigue FAQ

How many players is Intrigue?
Intrigue plays with 3–5 players, ages 14 and up.
How long does Intrigue take to play?
A game of Intrigue takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (1.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Intrigue any good?
Intrigue rates 6.4/10 from 2,586 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a negotiation / renaissance game built around area majority / influence, auction/bidding, bribery.