Circus Minimus

Published 2000

This game borrows its theme and rule basis from the Avalon Hill game, Circus Maximus. This newer version has considerably fewer rules and variability to navigate, but this simplification isn't a bad thing. Players are charged with racing around the ancient Roman Coliseum in a desperate bid for the finish line. Players use a small allotment of gold coins at the beginning of the game to select combinations of weapons, chariots, or drivers. Once the race starts, players use whips to urge their teams, or savage the other players or other players' teams. A system also features driver fatigue, control checks and bodily damage.

Mechanics

Variable Player Powers

Categories

Ancient Fighting Racing

Designers

Dean Essig

Publishers

The Gamers
Circus Minimus

Game Info

Players
2-7 Players
Time
1 hours
Weight
Light-Medium — 2.14/5
Year
2000
BGG Rating
6.39
BGG Rank
#10436
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Circus Minimus supports 2 to 7 players.
A typical game of Circus Minimus takes about 60 minutes.
Circus Minimus has a complexity rating of 2.14/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Circus Minimus is 12+.
Circus Minimus has a rating of 6.39/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 227 ratings. It is ranked #10436 overall.
Circus Minimus was designed by Dean Essig. It was published in 2000.