Should I Play Risk Game of Thrones?
Players: 2 – 7 players | Game Duration 120 – 240 mins |
Min. Age 18+ | Game complexity: EASY Genre: Fantasy, Movies / TV Theme, War
Solo game mode: No | Co-op: No |
Online Version: No
What is Risk Game of Thrones about?
Risk: Game of Thrones merges classic Risk mechanics with the world of Westeros and Essos. Players fight for control over territories, castles, and ports, competing for dominance in a Game of Thrones setting.
Gameplay
- Two Game Modes:
- Skirmish Mode (similar to traditional Risk): Players control territories on Westeros or Essos, collecting reinforcements, and engaging in battles.
- Domination Mode: A more complex version with characters and added thematic depth, best for larger player counts.
- Combat: Uses classic Risk dice rolling for battles, with attackers rolling three dice and defenders two. Players aim to control key areas like castles and ports for strategic advantages.
- Endgame: The game ends when the “Valar Morghulis” card is drawn, and the player with the most territories, castles, and ports wins.
Why It’s Fun
- Thematic Units: Houses have unique pieces (Starks, Lannisters, Targaryens), enhancing immersion.
- Strategic Depth: Ports and castles add tactical layers to the battles.
- Flexible Gameplay: Two game modes cater to both casual and more strategic players.
Who Might Enjoy It:
- Fans of Risk and Game of Thrones.
- Players who enjoy war games with thematic elements.
- Gamers looking for both quick skirmishes and deeper strategic gameplay.
What are Risk Game of Thrones players saying about the game?
- Positive Gameplay Experience: Reviewers love the added dynamics like gold, Maester cards, and House abilities. These add strategy, faster pacing, and thematic depth to traditional Risk, with power shifting quickly.
- Thematic Enjoyment: Fans of Game of Thrones appreciate the show/book references, enhancing immersion. Non-fans can still enjoy the game due to solid gameplay mechanics.
- High Quality Components: Most find the boards, game pieces, and maps of high quality, though a few note concerns about the durability of cards and player mats.
- Game Modes and Variety: The game includes two boards (Westeros and Essos) and multiple modes for 2-7 players, providing flexibility. Some enjoy combining both maps for large-scale games.
Rules
Risk Game of Thrones Videos
User Submitted Videos
No Entries Found
