How many players is The King Is Dead?

The King Is Dead plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does The King Is Dead take to play?

A game of The King Is Dead takes 30–50 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is The King Is Dead any good?

The King Is Dead rates 7.2/10 from 1,544 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a medieval / political game built around area majority / influence, campaign / battle card driven, hand management.

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The King Is Dead (2015)

2–4 players · 30–50 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.2 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 30–50 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 7.2/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like medieval games — medium complexity, plays in 30–50 min.

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About The King Is Dead

A subtle game of shifting power and control over Arthurian Britain.

Medieval Political

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Hand Management, Map Reduction, Team-Based Game, Turn Order: Pass Order · Designer: Peer Sylvester

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The King Is Dead FAQ

How many players is The King Is Dead?: The King Is Dead plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does The King Is Dead take to play?: A game of The King Is Dead takes 30–50 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is The King Is Dead any good?: The King Is Dead rates 7.2/10 from 1,544 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a medieval / political game built around area majority / influence, campaign / battle card driven, hand management.