How many players is War of the Ring?

War of the Ring plays with 2–3 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does War of the Ring take to play?

A game of War of the Ring takes 60–210 min, at medium complexity (3.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is War of the Ring any good?

War of the Ring rates 6.7/10 from 954 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / fantasy game built around area majority / influence, dice rolling, events.

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War of the Ring (1977)

2–3 players · 60–210 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players: 2–3
Play time: 60–210 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 6.7/10

Best for 2–3 players aged 12+ who like adventure games — medium complexity, plays in 60–210 min.

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About War of the Ring

Replay the conflict of Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" on a giant map of Middle Earth.

Adventure Fantasy Novel-based Wargame

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Dice Rolling, Events, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points · Designer: Howard Barasch, Richard H. Berg

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War of the Ring FAQ

How many players is War of the Ring?: War of the Ring plays with 2–3 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does War of the Ring take to play?: A game of War of the Ring takes 60–210 min, at medium complexity (3.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is War of the Ring any good?: War of the Ring rates 6.7/10 from 954 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / fantasy game built around area majority / influence, dice rolling, events.