The Old King's Crown: Un conte de royauté, de révolte et de ruses (FR)

*French version

The Old King's Crown (FR) immerses players in an ancient kingdom left to ruin after the death of a king with no heir. Rival factions now rise to claim the throne, each pursuing power through influence, deception, and carefully timed moves. As the leader of your faction, you must outmaneuver your opponents to secure key locations and dominate the realm.

Each round, players move their Herald to openly stake claims, then secretly play cards simultaneously across different regions of the board. Once revealed, these cards resolve conflicts where prediction and bluff are just as important as raw strength. Victories grant rewards and influence, the primary path to victory. Reaching the required influence threshold and holding it until the end of a round secures the crown.

You will likely enjoy The Old King's Crown (FR) if you are looking for an expert strategy board game with high player interaction, a card-driven tactical game focused on bluffing, or a deep medieval experience where every choice matters. A dedicated solo mode also allows players to face a challenging automated opponent.

Fun fact: The Old King's Crown (FR) is noted for its higher complexity and has gained attention among strategy gamers for its unique blend of simultaneous card play and territorial conquest.

Designed and illustrated by Pablo Clark, the game features a distinctive art style that reinforces its dark medieval atmosphere.

Number of players: 1 to 4
Play time: 60 to 120 minutes
Age: 12+