
- BGG rank
- BGG #9,034
- BGG rating
- 6.6
Discovery: The Era of Voyage
- 2–4 players
- 30–45 min
- Complexity 2.1/5
- 2015

2024
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Trade and Triumph is a board game released in 2024 for 2–4 players, 60–90 minutes per game, and ages 13 and up. It was designed by Kyle Flowers and its main mechanics are Income, Pick-up and Deliver, and Drawing.
In this captivating card-based strategy game, you step into the role of a trader navigating ancient trade routes. The essence of the game revolves around the strategic use of cards, each representing diverse resources and tactical decisions. As a trader, your aim is to skillfully manage these resources, making strategic choices to outwit your competitors. —description from the designer
Trade and Triumph 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 Trade and Triumph is 60–90 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 Trade and Triumph for ages 13 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.
Trade and Triumph 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.
Trade and Triumph belongs to these categories: Card Game, Fantasy, and Economic. Its main mechanics are Income, Pick-up and Deliver, and Drawing. 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 Trade and Triumph are: Kyle Flowers. 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 Trade and Triumph 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.