Duel of Ages II
- Players
- 2-8
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 150 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.4 / 5
- Year
- 2013
About the game
Duel of Ages II is a sprawling time-scramble adventure game pitting two teams of characters plucked from across history, Ancient, Colonial, Modern, and Future, against each other in tactical combat and cooperative-style adventuring. Teams of 8-12 characters are secretly selected, then players build an interlocking modular map suited to their strengths before revealing forces and competing for glory. Designed by Brett G. Murrell, it supports 2-8 players in a hefty 150-minute session. Its blend of skirmish combat, treasure hunting, and character-driven storytelling has no close comparison in the hobby.
Hobbli's Notes
We find Duel of Ages II to be a delightfully sprawling, story-generating adventure game that rewards a group willing to embrace its unusual mix of wargaming and character-driven narrative. Building your own map from interlocking puzzle pieces before battle is a clever twist on modular board design. It's a big commitment in both time and rules, but fans of tactical skirmish adventure will find a lot to love. A great choice for a dedicated group looking for a memorable, story-rich tactical experience.
What we like
- Unique modular map-building before battle.
- Rich variety of characters across four historical eras.
- Blend of combat, adventuring, and treasure-hunting creates memorable stories.
- Highly asymmetric and replayable team compositions.
Keep in mind
- Long playtime around 150 minutes or more.
- High rules complexity with many character-specific interactions.
- Requires an experienced group to manage the many moving parts.
Who it's for
Best for ages 12+ experienced groups of 2-8 who enjoy tactical skirmish combat blended with adventure and storytelling.
