Wallenstein (Second Edition)
- Players
- 3-5
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 5 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.2 / 5
- Year
- 2012
About the game
A rerelease of Dirk Henn's classic Thirty Years' War strategy game, where players secretly assign county cards to actions each season, battling for land and buildings across two in-game years. Combat and revolts are resolved through a unique dice tower, adding suspense to every clash. The 2012 edition bundles in two expansions, "Emperor's Court" and "Landsknechte," expanding the political intrigue. A weighty area-control euro with strong historical flavor for 3-5 players.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's editorial team rates the cube-tower mechanism as one of the most memorable combat systems in euro gaming - watching your cubes tumble through the tower never gets old. The hidden action-assignment system creates real tension as players try to predict opponents' moves. Bundled expansions give this edition strong value for fans of area-control strategy. Its heavier rules and long two-hour playtime require a committed group.
What we like
- Unique and suspenseful cube-tower combat resolution.
- Deep hidden-information action assignment.
- Includes two expansions for added variety.
- Strong historical Thirty Years' War theme.
Keep in mind
- Long, heavy playtime unsuitable for casual nights.
- Not playable at exactly 2 players despite box art.
- Steep learning curve for newcomers.
Who it's for
Experienced euro-strategy and area-control fans, ages 12+, best for 3-5 players in a dedicated strategy session.
