Glory to Rome*
Glory to Rome transports players back to 64 A.D., where they take on the role of architects and planners aiding Emperor Nero in rebuilding Rome after the great fire. This card-based game combines city building with resource management in a historically themed setting.
Gameplay Overview
- Versatile Card Uses: Each card can function as a building, client, raw material, or resource, offering multiple strategic paths.
- Innovative Mechanics: The game includes a unique mechanism where much of the play involves using the discard pool, influencing what cards are available to opponents.
- Role Selection and Strategy: Actions are driven by card-based role selection, with options to follow the lead role or 'think' to draw more cards, intertwining card use strategies.
Special Features
- Historical Theme: Set in ancient Rome, offering an immersive historical experience.
- Interactive Gameplay: Strong player interactions through card choices and role-following mechanics.
- End-Game Scoring Diversity: Points are earned through building completion and resource storage, with bonuses for varied assortments.
Conclusion
For those who enjoy strategic, historically themed games, Glory to Rome offers a rich blend of tactical decision-making and resource management. Its unique card mechanics and engaging theme make it a standout choice for players who appreciate depth and historical context in their games.
Nominated for 6 awards and won 2.
- 2 - 5 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Medium difficulty
We like Glory to Rome so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
- Position 6 in All "À la carte🇩🇪 2012" game award winners & nominees in comparison
- Position 25 in The Best Games from Lookout Games/Lookout Spiele 🇩🇪🏢
- Position 12 in The best games set in ancient Rome
- Position 3 in The best games set in the city of Rome in Italy 🇮🇹
- Position 12 in The best games where you can follow your own action to that of another player
- Position 25 in The best games with Variable Phase Order
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