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Board game · ancient, card game

Euphrates & Tigris: Contest of Kings

Reiner Knizia

2005 · 2⁠–⁠4 players · 45 min · ages 12+

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How many players

For 2 to 4 players.

  • 2 players
  • 3 players
  • 4 players

Weight and time

Medium: 2.7 on BoardGameGeek’s five-point scale. A game takes 45–45 minutes, for ages 12 and up.

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  • BoardGameGeek6.1/101,225 ratings
  • BGG rank4,681stamong all games

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How to play Euphrates & Tigris: Contest of Kings

In Euphrates & Tigris: Contest of Kings, players manage cards as they compete to build influence in an ancient civilization. The game feels strategic and interactive, with choices about when to use the cards in hand. It suits 2 to 4 players aged 12 and up who want a 45-minute strategy game.

Mechanics

  • Hand management

Credits Euphrates & Tigris: Contest of Kings

  • DesignReiner Knizia
  • ArtDoris Matthäus
  • PublisherHans im Glück

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Game details Euphrates & Tigris: Contest of Kings

Year published
2005
Players
2–4
Playing time
45–45 minutes
Age
ages 12+
Weight
2.7 out of 5
Designer
Reiner Knizia
Publisher
Hans im Glück

Frequently asked questions Euphrates & Tigris: Contest of Kings

How many players is Euphrates & Tigris: Contest of Kings for?

For 2 to 4 players.

How long does a game take?

45 to 45 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 2–4.

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