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Holy Roman Empire: The Thirty-years War

Players

2-6

Time

60-300

Age

12+

Weight

3.86

Rating

5.82

Fit

Teach 2.4

Teaching signal

Replay 4.0

High replayability

Interaction 3.9

Highly interactive

Scaling 4.0

Scales well

Strategy 4.5

Deep strategy

Control 3.8

More strategic control

Table feel

The game has a high level of direct and strategic confrontation, with frequent interaction between players. However, it does not heavily emphasize cooperation.

Replay value

The game offers a high level of variability with different experiences each time it is played. The presence of expansions adds new content and gameplay elements, enhancing replay value. The strategic depth allows players to improve their strategy over time, discovering new tactics and strategies. The game scales well with different numbers of players, maintaining its appeal and balance. While it may take some time to learn, the depth it offers makes it worth the effort.

Luck profile

The final luck score for Holy Roman Empire: The Thirty-Years War is 7.67 out of 10. The game has a moderate impact of randomness, with random elements playing a notable but not exclusive role in determining the outcome. However, players have substantial ability to mitigate the effects of luck through strategic decisions and planning. The game outcome is primarily determined by player strategy and decisions, with luck playing a minor role.

Overview

Holy Roman Empire is a political and military game of the 17th Century struggle for empire that plunged Europe into one of its longest and most destructive wars. Up to six players control the major dynasties of the era, fielding armies, navies, and engaging in diplomatic intrigue, bribery decide who will wear the crown of the Holy Roman Empire. The year is 1619. Matthias, emperor of Germany, has gone to his grave. A year-old rebellion in the imperial province of Bohemia had divided the empire along religious and political lines. Bohemian rebels have elected a minor German prince, Frederick, elector Palatine, as their king. Protestant princelings rally to Frederick, elevating his status to that of a rival to Em­peror Ferdinand II, Archduke of Austria, for the imperial throne. As mercenary armies are raised against Ferdinand, the Catholic King of Spain and Duke of Bavaria rally to his side. France and Sweden turn their attention to Germany in eager anticipation of the dismemberment of their great rival, the Holy Roman Empire.

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Credits

Designers

1
Mark McLaughlin

Artists

1
Antonio Pinar

Publishers

2
(Web published) One Small Step

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