Lords of Xidit
- Players
- 3-5
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 90 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.6 / 5
- Year
- 2014
About the game
Lords of Xidit challenges 3-5 players to defend a fantasy kingdom from monstrous invaders by recruiting soldiers, reclaiming cities, and building influence across multiple areas of glory. Using simultaneous, hidden movement programming, all players secretly plan their routes each round before revealing and resolving them together. At game's end, influence is compared category by category, and the player with the least in each category is eliminated, forcing constant reassessment of your strategy. It's a tense, cutthroat race for glory where standing still means losing.
Hobbli's Notes
The elimination-based scoring is what makes Lords of Xidit stand out: instead of simply totaling points, you're fighting to avoid being last in category after category, which creates real tension right to the very end. Simultaneous programming keeps everyone engaged since there's no long downtime waiting for turns. It's best with a full table that enjoys area-influence tension and doesn't mind some cutthroat competitiveness.
What we like
- Simultaneous action selection keeps all players engaged with minimal downtime.
- Unique elimination-based scoring creates constant tension.
- Rich fantasy theme with strong artwork.
- Rewards route-planning and area-influence strategy.
Keep in mind
- Elimination-style scoring can feel harsh to newer players.
- Long playtime and moderate downtime require a committed group.
- Requires careful upfront explanation of the scoring system.
Who it's for
Suited to groups of 3-5 experienced gamers, teens and adults, who enjoy strategic area-influence competition with simultaneous turns.
