Vinci

Raise European empires, expand at your neighbors' expense, and time each civilization's decline for maximum points.

πŸ‘₯ 3–6 players⏱ approx. 120 minπŸͺ„ Takes some learning12+
β˜… 6.5 Β· BGG #1,405

Who it's for

Fans of area-control and civilization games who like direct conflict and the strategic gut-punch of walking away from success.

Not for you if…

You want a peaceful builder or a short session. Two hours of map-grabbing conflict and take-that expansion is a lot for conflict-averse groups.

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Vibe's take

Sharp, confrontational area control where the smartest move is often abandoning a thriving empire before it drags you down.

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About this game

Vinci is a game of rising and falling empires across a map of Europe. You build a civilization from a mix-and-match set of special powers, expand across territory at your neighbors' expense, and score points for what you hold. The masterstroke is knowing when to let your civilization decline so you can pick up a fresh one worth more points.

Mix-and-match civilization powers each timeTiming your decline is the core decisionThe direct forerunner of Small World

By the numbers

Players

Best at 4 playersWorks with 3–5

Duration

120 min

Ages 12+

Complexity

2.8 / 5 β€” Medium

BGG Rating

6.5/10

Rank #1,405

4.1k ratings

Published

1999

Language

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