Decline and Fall
Published 1972
Decline and Fall is a four-player game in which some of the forces which led to the breakup of the Roman empire are represented. Each player is provided with counters representing peoples or armies which move across a map of the ancient world and engage in conflict with other units. Through strategic movement, conflict and diplomacy each player tries to achieve certain goals. The four sides are: Rome, the Goths, The Huns and the Vandals. The four sides have asymmetrical strengths and units. A game consists of 15 turns, each divided into 4 player-turns which in turn consist of three main stages: movement, conflict, and movement again. A full turn represents about 5 years of real time.
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Game Info
- Players
- 4 Players
- Time
- 2 hours
- Weight
- Light-Medium — 2.44/5
- Year
- 1972
- BGG Rating
- 6.65
- BGG Rank
- #13614
- Min Age
- 12+
Frequently Asked Questions
Decline and Fall is designed for exactly 4 players.
A typical game of Decline and Fall takes about 120 minutes.
Decline and Fall has a complexity rating of 2.44/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Decline and Fall is 12+.
Decline and Fall has a rating of 6.65/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 122 ratings. It is ranked #13614 overall.
Decline and Fall was designed by Terence Peter Donnelly. It was published in 1972.