The King Is Dead: Second Edition
Eight cards to decide who rules Britain — spend them wisely
Who it's for
Players who appreciate games where every single decision carries enormous weight. Stunning depth-to-complexity ratio at 2-3 players.
Not for you if…
Skip if you want lots of options or a longer arc. Can feel opaque on first play — the depth reveals itself over repeated sessions.
Vibe's take
Razor-sharp, agonizing, minimalist, tense
About this game
Minimalist area-influence game set during a power vacuum in medieval Britain. Players have only eight action cards for the entire game, spending them to shift the balance of power among three factions. Every card played is gone forever, making each decision excruciating.
Get it
from €26
Mechanics
By the numbers
Players
Duration
30–45 min
Ages 10+
Complexity
2.2 / 5 — LightBGG Rating
7.1/10
Rank #369
8.5k ratings
Published
2020
Designed by
Peer Sylvester
Published by
Origames, Doit Games, Studio Supernova, YOKA Games, Osprey Games, MEBO Games, Giant Roc, Ogry Games, Fox in the Box
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