History of the World
- Players: 3–6 players
- Play time: 120–180 min
- BGG rating: 7.3
About History of the World
Take a ride through humankind's history with History of the World, a game of conquest and cunning for three to six players. Expand your empire as you command mighty empires at the height of their power from the dawn of civilization to the twentieth century. Each game offers an epic experience as great minds work toward technological advances, ambitious leaders inspire their citizens, and unpredictable calamities occur while empires rise and fall. This remastered edition of History of the World contains a beautifully illustrated board, revised rules to streamline the experience, and everything you need to etch your name in the annals of history. —description from the publisher
- Released
- 2018
- Designers
- Gary Dicken, Steve Kendall, Phil Kendall
- Age
- 14+
- Best with
- 5 players (BGG community)
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How many players can play History of the World?
History of the World plays with 3–6 players.
What is the best player count for History of the World?
BoardGameGeek community voters say History of the World is best with 5 players (35 votes).
How long does History of the World take to play?
A game of History of the World takes 120–180 min.
What age is History of the World for?
The recommended minimum age for History of the World is 14+.
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