Successors: The Battles for Alexander's Empire
- Players
- 3-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 300 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.3 / 5
- Year
- 2008
About the game
Successors: The Battles for Alexander's Empire recreates the wars among Alexander the Great's generals as they carved up his empire following his death. Three to four players take command of rival Macedonian factions, using area majority and campaign card-driven mechanics to fight for territory across a map centered on the Mediterranean and Near East. The Tyche card deck injects historical and dramatic events into each turn, while refined rules from earlier editions streamline play and improve balance. It's built for dedicated wargamers looking for a deep, historically grounded conflict.
Hobbli's Notes
As a long-refined entry in the venerable Successors line, this edition benefits from years of community feedback baked into its card set and rules clarifications. Card-driven area control games in this vein reward players who enjoy balancing historical event timing against direct military strategy. At a stated 300-minute playtime and high complexity, it's a serious commitment best suited to wargaming regulars rather than a casual table.
What we like
- Deep historical grounding in the wars following Alexander's death.
- Refined rules and Tyche cards benefit from years of community feedback.
- Card-driven events add narrative drama to area-control strategy.
- Detailed strategy advice included from experienced series players.
- Rewards multiple plays as strategies deepen with familiarity.
Keep in mind
- Very long five-hour playtime demands a serious time commitment.
- High complexity presents a steep learning curve for newcomers.
- Requires 3-4 players, limiting flexibility for smaller groups.
Who it's for
Dedicated wargamers aged 14 and up interested in ancient history and card-driven strategy, for 3-4 players.
