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The Arrival (2016)

2–4 players · 75–90 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players
2–4
Play time
75–90 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
6.7/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like ancient games — medium complexity, plays in 75–90 min.

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About The Arrival

Celtic tribes vye for control, but must cooperate to fend off the invading Fomori.

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AncientCivilizationMythologyTerritory Building

Mechanics: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Hand Management, Point to Point Movement, Simultaneous Action Selection · Designer: Martin Wallace

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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The Arrival FAQ

How many players is The Arrival?
The Arrival plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does The Arrival take to play?
A game of The Arrival takes 75–90 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is The Arrival any good?
The Arrival rates 6.7/10 from 452 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a ancient / civilization game built around action points, area majority / influence, hand management.