Colosseum*
Colosseum casts each player in the role of a Roman impresario during the grand era of the Amphitheatrum Flavium, the Colosseum. Tasked with producing spectacular events to attract the most spectators, players must skillfully manage resources, enhance their arenas, and enlist top performers to earn wealth, glory, and the coveted title of Grand Impresario.
Gameplay Overview
- Event Production: Organize increasingly grandiose events to attract spectators and earn rewards.
- Resource Management: Invest in arena improvements and acquire the best performers for your shows.
- Strategic Planning: Attract the attention of the Emperor and nobles for additional prestige.
Special Features
- Historical Theme: Immerse in the grandeur of ancient Rome and the Colosseum's spectacles.
- Long-Term Strategy: Balance immediate event success with long-term planning for overall victory.
- Competitive Gameplay: Outshine fellow impresarios in creating the most acclaimed spectacles.
Conclusion
Colosseum is a strategic and thematic board game ideal for players who enjoy resource management, planning, and a rich historical setting. It offers a unique blend of historical immersion and strategic depth, appealing to both history enthusiasts and strategic board game fans alike.
Nominated for 6 awards.
- 3 - 5 Players
- 60 - 90 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Medium difficulty
We like Colosseum so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
- Position 8 in All "Deutscher Spielepreis🇩🇪 2007" game award winners & nominees in comparison
- Position 29 in The Best Games from Days of Wonder 🇺🇸/🇫🇷🏢
- Position 22 in The best games set in ancient Rome
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