- BGG rank
- BGG #19,393
- BGG rating
- 5.9
Rotterdam
- 2–4 players
- 60 min
- Complexity 2.0/5
- 2007
- BGG rank
- BGG #19,078
- BGG rating
- 6.3
Antwerpen
2010
Rules assistance for Antwerpen
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- 2–4 players
- 60 min
- 8+
- Complexity 2.0/5
Rules assistant for Antwerpen
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Antwerpen is a board game released in 2010 for 2–4 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Hans van Tol and its main mechanics are Trading, Point to Point Movement, and Pick-up and Deliver.
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About the game
ANTWERPEN Antwerpen is the second game in the PORTS OF EUROPE series from The Game Master. The first game in the series is Rotterdam. The new harbour game Antwerpen is a stand alone new boardgame with some specific game mechanics which differ from Rotterdam. The game play is more compact and dynamic and the variance in scoring is more diverse. Belgians are worldwide known to enjoy life, thanks to the delicious products of their fatherland. The best chocolate, beer of high fermentation and of course the real Flemish French fries. But without cocoa no pralines, without potatoes no fries! In the Antwerp port the necessities for an enjoyable life are brought together from all parts of the world: cocoa, barley and potatoes, but also containers filled with games and toys. The players are owners of a fleet who must compete on the busy channels in the Schelde. They need to find their way in the network of locks and bring their cargo safe in the inland harbour! Each player has several special assignments which they try to accomplish. The planning in Antwerpen is easier than in Rotterdam since the product cards available are visible from the beginning. And also exchanging products could be very helpful to get the right combination of products needed to score your bonus points. Characteristics of the game: • Sort of game: tactical family game • No. of players: 2-4 players • Age: 8 years and up • Duration: 60 minutes Antwerpen is being released in September 2010 in a multi lingual version with English, German, French and Flemish rules. The game can be played and will be available at SPIEL'10 at The Game Master's stand 12-42.
Designers
Publishers
- asmodee
- The Game Master BV
Questions and answers
Antwerpen supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Antwerpen is 60 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Antwerpen for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Antwerpen has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Antwerpen belongs to these categories: Economic, Travel, and Nautical. Its main mechanics are Trading, Point to Point Movement, and Pick-up and Deliver. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Antwerpen are: Hans van Tol. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Antwerpen as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.