John Company: Second Edition

Run the East India Company where every handshake hides a knife

πŸ‘₯ 1–6 players⏱ approx. 240 minπŸͺ„ Takes some learning16+
🧩 Solo modeβ˜… 7.3 Β· BGG #216

Who it's for

Experienced gamers who thrive on negotiation and political maneuvering. Best at 4-5 players where the deal-making dynamics sing.

Not for you if…

Skip if you dislike games that depend heavily on social dynamics or if colonial history as a theme is off-putting.

🦊

Vibe's take

Political, treacherous, immersive, heavy

See how it plays

About this game

Semi-cooperative negotiation game about running the British East India Company. Players hold positions within the Company, negotiate deals, and pursue personal wealth while keeping the enterprise afloat. Cole Wehrle's design makes every alliance feel precarious.

Deep negotiationHistorical themeCole Wehrle designSolo mode

By the numbers

Players

Best at 4–5 playersWorks with 1, 3, 4, 5, 6

Duration

90–240 min

Ages 16+

Complexity

4.4 / 5 β€” Heavy

BGG Rating

7.3/10

Rank #216

5.6k ratings

Published

2022

Language

Heavy text

Similar vibes