
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,317
- BGG rating
- 7.4
The Rise of Queensdale
- 2–4 players
- 45–60 min
- Complexity 2.8/5
- 2018

Rules assistance for Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2
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Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 is an expansion for Rajas of the Ganges released in 2020 for 2–4 players, 45–75 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Inka Brand and Markus Brand and its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Tile Placement, and Worker Placement with Dice Workers.
In the second box of the Grand Mogul there are various mini-extensions with which the basic game Rajas of the Ganges can be enriched. These include the blessings of Kerdanath, which have already appeared as a postcard, and the beef extension, the streets of the Mughal Empire, the Ganga module 3 with new tiles and new rules for the river, as well as other modules with which the basic game can be varied. In this coffer, you will find the following mini-expansion and modules: • Holi - The Festival of Colors • The Sacred Cows • The Blessings of Kedarnath (with a new back) • Through the Wilds of Gangestan • The Roads of the Mogul Empire • Ganga Module 3 • The Pink Elephant
Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 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 Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 is 45–75 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 Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 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.
Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 has a complexity rating of 3.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight 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.
Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 belongs to these categories: Economic, Territory Building, and Dice. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Tile Placement, and Worker Placement with Dice Workers. 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 Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 are: Inka Brand and Markus Brand. 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 Rajas of the Ganges: Goodie Box 2 as an expansion for Rajas of the Ganges. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Rajas of the Ganges to use it. Check that your edition of Rajas of the Ganges is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.