How many players is War of the Ring?

War of the Ring plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does War of the Ring take to play?

A game of War of the Ring takes 120 min, at medium-heavy complexity (3.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is War of the Ring any good?

War of the Ring rates 7.8/10 from 10,008 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / fantasy game built around action points, area majority / influence, area movement.

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War of the Ring (2004)

2–4 players · 120 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.8 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 120 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium-heavy
BGG rating: 7.8/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like adventure games — medium-heavy complexity, plays in 120 min.

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About War of the Ring

Rings, Fellowship, diplomacy and war in the Third Age of Middle Earth.

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Adventure Fantasy Miniatures Novel-based Territory Building Wargame

Mechanics: Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Dice Rolling, Hand Management · Designer: Roberto Di Meglio, Marco Maggi, Francesco Nepitello

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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War of the Ring FAQ

How many players is War of the Ring?: War of the Ring plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does War of the Ring take to play?: A game of War of the Ring takes 120 min, at medium-heavy complexity (3.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is War of the Ring any good?: War of the Ring rates 7.8/10 from 10,008 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a adventure / fantasy game built around action points, area majority / influence, area movement.