- BGG rank
- BGG #4,275
- BGG rating
- 6.5
Histrio
- 2–5 players
- 40 min
- Complexity 2.2/5
- 2016
- BGG rank
- BGG #9,762
- BGG rating
- 6.3
Atlas & Zeus
2004
Rules assistance for Atlas & Zeus
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2 players
- 30 min
- 12+
- Complexity 2.1/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Atlas & Zeus
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Atlas & Zeus is a board game released in 2004 for 2 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Bruno Cathala and its main mechanics are Hand Management, Area Majority / Influence, and Simultaneous Action Selection.
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About the game
From www.thecompleatstrategist.com Atlantis… As Plato first attested to in Critias, Atlantis was entrusted to the Titan Atlas by the gods, long before the dawn of history. His sons created there a magnificent civilization, a civilization that, among other things, succeeded in developing a potent magic that allowed them to transform into marine animals. But the golden age would not last. When Atlas disappeared, his sons divided themselves into two clans and battled each other for the ultimate prize: sole rule over the kingdom of Atlantis and all of its riches. Zeus, the ruler of all gods, decided to intervene and punish the greedy clans. He sent them a mighty flood that, in the span of one day and one night, engulfed the entire archipelago! Zeus told the Atlas' sons that he would save only the clan that succeeded in escaping the raging elements for the longest possible time. Atlas & Zeus allows you to relive the final moments of Atlantis, the epic struggle of Atlas' sons for survival and Zeus' pardon. Which of the two of you will succeed in becoming the last of the Atlantians? CONTENTS: 16 Island Tiles 16 Character Tiles 2 Decks of 25 Cards 1 Action Order Track 8 Game Markers 1 Rule Book Part of the Eurogames Games for 2 Series.
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- Descartes Editeur
- Eurogames
Questions and answers
Atlas & Zeus supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for Atlas & Zeus is 30 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 Atlas & Zeus for ages 12 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.
Atlas & Zeus has a complexity rating of 2.1 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.
Atlas & Zeus belongs to these categories: Mythology. Its main mechanics are Hand Management, Area Majority / Influence, and Simultaneous Action Selection. 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 Atlas & Zeus are: Bruno Cathala. 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 Atlas & Zeus 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.