
- BGG rank
- BGG #123
- BGG rating
- 7.8
The Voyages of Marco Polo
2–4 players40–100 min2015

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Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set is a board game released in 2027 for 1–5 players, 60–120 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Simone Luciani and Daniele Tascini and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Set Collection, and Dice Rolling.
The Voyages of Marco Polo stands as a modern classic among Euro games, celebrated by players across the globe and currently ranked among the top titles on BoardGameGeek. Over the years, it has earned its place on countless tables as a must-play title. In The Voyages of Marco Polo, players recreate the expedition that Marco Polo undertook with his father and brother in 1271. During five intense rounds, each player commands a unique character, roll the dice and take actions such as: trading, fulfilling contracts, and travelling across a vast map stretching from Venice to the distant East. The adventure continues in Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan, an epic successor that expands both the scope and the story. Having reached the legendary court of Kublai Khan, players are now entrusted with new missions that send them back toward the West, to the farthest frontiers of the empire. But the journey is far from over. The campaign will also feature the acclaimed expansion Agents of Venice, opening the gates to the legendary city itself. Venice offers additional spaces where players can get powerful bonuses and exclusive city actions. With its own unique movement system, the city introduces fresh strategic choices and a new way to navigate your influence across the board. New contracts, goal cards, and a set of city actions expands the opportunities to experience the game more deeply by bringing greater variety, replayability, and new paths to victory. Contents of the Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set The Voyages of Marco Polo Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan Agents of Venice expansion All published promos Brand new content Solo mode 5th Player in both games
Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set supports 1–5 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 Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set is 60–120 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 Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set for ages 14 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.
Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set has a complexity rating of 2.7 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.
Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set belongs to these categories: Economic, Dice, and Travel. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Set Collection, and Dice Rolling. 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 Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set are: Simone Luciani and Daniele Tascini. 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 Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set 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.