How many players is Shakespeare?

Shakespeare plays with 1–4 players, ages 13 and up.

How long does Shakespeare take to play?

A game of Shakespeare takes 20–90 min, at medium complexity (3.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Shakespeare any good?

Shakespeare rates 7.4/10 from 3,889 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a renaissance game built around action points, auction/bidding, card drafting.

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Shakespeare (2015)

1–4 players · 20–90 min · age 13+ · ★ 7.4 on BGG

Players: 1–4
Play time: 20–90 min
Age: 13+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 7.4/10

Best for 1–4 players aged 13+ who like renaissance games — medium complexity, plays in 20–90 min.

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About Shakespeare

Dazzle the London crowds as you write, cast and stage your play in one glorious week.

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Renaissance

Mechanics: Action Points, Auction/Bidding, Card Drafting, Solo / Solitaire Game

Players: 1P · 2P · 3P · 4P

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Shakespeare FAQ

How many players is Shakespeare?: Shakespeare plays with 1–4 players, ages 13 and up.
How long does Shakespeare take to play?: A game of Shakespeare takes 20–90 min, at medium complexity (3.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Shakespeare any good?: Shakespeare rates 7.4/10 from 3,889 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a renaissance game built around action points, auction/bidding, card drafting.