
- BGG rank
- BGG #9,240
- BGG rating
- 7.6
Villagers of the Oak Dell
- 1–100 players
- 20–40 min
- Complexity 2.0/5
- 2023

2025
Rules assistance for Rise of the Oak Dell
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Rise of the Oak Dell is a board game released in 2025 for 1–100 players, 45–60 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Przemysław Fornal and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Paper-and-Pencil.
Rise of the Oak Dell is a strategic roll & write game in which the player takes on the role of a leader guiding a growing civilization in The Oak Dell. Rules will be translated into several languages, however the game itself is 100% language-independent. Over the course of 13 rounds, they gather resources, develop technologies, explore new territories, and construct wonders of the world — monumental achievements that reflect the power of their people. But progress comes at a cost: unexpected enemy attacks can disrupt plans, and an unhappy population may hinder development. —description from the publisher
Rise of the Oak Dell supports 1–100 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 Rise of the Oak Dell is 45–60 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 Rise of the Oak Dell for ages 10 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.
Rise of the Oak Dell 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.
Rise of the Oak Dell belongs to these categories: Print & Play, Dice, and Video Game Theme. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Dice Rolling, and Paper-and-Pencil. 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 Rise of the Oak Dell are: Przemysław Fornal. 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 Rise of the Oak Dell 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.