How many players is Vortex?

Vortex plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Vortex take to play?

A game of Vortex takes 60 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Vortex rates 6.6/10 from 284 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a collectible components / fantasy game built around action points, hand management, modular board.

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Vortex (2001)

2–4 players · 60 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.6 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 60 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 6.6/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like collectible components games — medium complexity, plays in 60 min.

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About Vortex

Control the Vortex and control the eight realms! Gather your army for the final war!

Collectible Components Fantasy

Mechanics: Action Points, Hand Management, Modular Board, Pieces as Map, Tile Placement · Designer: Darrell Hardy, Tom Jolly, Christian T. Petersen

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Vortex FAQ

How many players is Vortex?: Vortex plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Vortex take to play?: A game of Vortex takes 60 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Vortex any good?: Vortex rates 6.6/10 from 284 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a collectible components / fantasy game built around action points, hand management, modular board.