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Bid on the treasures of ancient Egypt — know when to push, when to fold
7.5/10BGG #119(31k ratings)
👥 2–5 players⏱ 45–60 min🔞 12+📅 1999
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Vibe's take
Tense, elegant, timeless, decisive
Who it's for
Players who appreciate elegant auction mechanics. Best at 3-4 players where bidding tension peaks.
Not for you if…
Skip if you dislike auction games or prefer games with more direct control.
About this game
Classic Reiner Knizia auction game set in ancient Egypt. Bid on tiles representing Egyptian civilization, managing sun tokens across three epochs in a masterclass of elegant auction design.
Auction classicKnizia designQuick playsAncient Egypt
By the numbers
Players
2–5 players
Duration
45–60 min
Ages 12+
Complexity
BGG Rating
7.5/10
Rank #119
31k ratings
Published
1999
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