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The Old Contemptibles

Ron Bell

2005 · 2⁠–⁠2 players · 180 min · ages 12+

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How many players

For 2 to 2 players.

  • 2 players

Weight and time

Medium: 2.8 on BoardGameGeek’s five-point scale. A game takes 180–180 minutes, for ages 12 and up.

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  • BoardGameGeek6.8/1055 ratings
  • BGG rank11,827thamong all games

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How to play The Old Contemptibles

Mechanics

  • Dice rolling
  • Hex grid
  • Combat results table

Credits The Old Contemptibles

  • DesignRon Bell
  • ArtJoe Youst
  • ArtSawshun Yamaguchi
  • PublisherDecision Games (I)

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Game details The Old Contemptibles

Year published
2005
Players
2–2
Playing time
180–180 minutes
Age
ages 12+
Weight
2.8 out of 5
Designer
Ron Bell
Publisher
Decision Games (I)

Frequently asked questions The Old Contemptibles

How many players is The Old Contemptibles for?

For 2 to 2 players.

How long does a game take?

180 to 180 minutes.

What age is it for?

Ages 12 and up.

Is it an expansion or a standalone game?

A standalone game: everything is in the box.

Can two people play?

Yes. It plays with 2–2.

Sources: BoardGameGeek (game data and box photos, as of 2022). As of November 13, 2026. · Ta strona po polsku