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Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game
2019
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- 30–90 min
- 6+
- Complexity 1.0/5
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Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game is a board game released in 2019 for 2–4 players, 30–90 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Ikie Corbin and its main mechanics are Grid Movement.
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About the game
Queens and Kings ...A Checkers Game is an abstract strategy game for 2 or 4 players that plays like checkers and in addition introduces a queen component that throws strategy out the door on each and every move. The game can be played in either two player or team mode. More about the game: The Queen, being tired of a male dominated game that either features only the King or the Queen in a lesser role, created a 2/4-player game that shows the Queen’s ability to be the master of the game . Queen and Kings ...A Checkers Game, introduces a Queen scepter in the center of the board, upon capturing it the King is introduced. The King can move one space in any direction, forward or backwards along its diagonal grid. Advancing your piece to the opposite end of the board creates a Queen that can fly diagonally across the board, seizing all opponents in her path. Both Queen and King have a strategic value, so choose wisely because once a Queen or King that piece remains so until defeated or game is over. Each game starts with either 9 pieces that can only move forward along its diagonal grid, so be mindful of the Queen and her pursuit of her opponents In Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game, In Team mode it takes a coordinated effort to defeat your opponents. The 9 piece- games plays out in about 30 minutes to 90 minutes. What will be your strategy? The Queen now sits next to the King on her throne and peace and harmony reigns in the kingdom, or does it?
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- Queens & Kings ...A Checkers GameenWhirtel Games2018
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Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game 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 Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game is 30–90 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 Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game for ages 6 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.
Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a 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.
Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game belongs to these categories: Abstract Strategy. Its main mechanics are Grid Movement. 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 Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game are: Ikie Corbin. 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 Queens & Kings ...A Checkers Game 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.