How many players is Melee?

Melee plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Melee take to play?

A game of Melee takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Melee rates 5.8/10 from 665 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a bluffing / medieval game built around area majority / influence, area movement, auction/bidding.

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Melee (2014)

2–4 players · 20 min · age 10+ · ★ 5.8 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 20 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 5.8/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 10+ who like bluffing games — medium-light complexity, plays in 20 min.

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About Melee

Bluff your way to the opponent's castle. Money is power, be careful when to spend it.

Bluffing Medieval Territory Building Wargame

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Auction/Bidding, Simultaneous Action Selection, Take That, Variable Player Powers · Designer: Rikki Tahta

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Melee FAQ

How many players is Melee?: Melee plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Melee take to play?: A game of Melee takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Melee any good?: Melee rates 5.8/10 from 665 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a bluffing / medieval game built around area majority / influence, area movement, auction/bidding.