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Sixteen Thirty Something

Sixteen Thirty Something

Warfrog Games · 1995
3–6180 min12+ yrsStrategy
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“Sixteen Thirty Something…” is a game based on the changing political and military situation during the early Seventeenth Century, the time of the Thirty Years War.

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“Sixteen Thirty Something…” is a game based on the changing political and military situation during the early Seventeenth Century, the time of the Thirty Years War. It deals in an abstract manner with the formation of factions, campaigns, warfare and internal power struggles.

As a player you take on the role of leading one of the new financial dynasties that arose during that time, with a portfolio of investments across the continent and some influence with the Crowned Heads of Europe. You and the other players use your influence in different nations to sway the Crown into taking action that you hope will improve your fortunes or perhaps hold back your competitors.

Game Components: 112 Cards 154 counters Game Board Rules You will need some 6 sided dice, preferably 4 although you can get away with just 1.

The Files section contains a revised and downloadable version 2 of the game, with pdf files that will allow you to print out and assemble the complete game for yourself.

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Play time
180 min
Players
3–6
Recommended age
12+ yrs
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Sixteen Thirty Something is a negotiation game, for 3–6 players, taking ~180 minutes, featuring secret unit deployment. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Sixteen Thirty Something — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q4How many players does Sixteen Thirty Something support?
Sixteen Thirty Something is played by 3–6 players.
Q5How long does a game of Sixteen Thirty Something take?
A game of Sixteen Thirty Something takes about 180 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is Sixteen Thirty Something for?
Sixteen Thirty Something is recommended from age 12.
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