Ventura

Published 2011

Game description from the publisher: In an age of great battles, valiant leaders, and unscrupulous mercenary armies, fortune lies within your grasp. Ventura is a board game of nobility and conquest for 2-4 players. Set in 14th century Italy, Ventura puts players in control of warring noble houses, each vying for control of the country's growing wealth. Balance your house’s earnings and maintain your hired soldiers to keep your family’s noble standing. Remember, the best armies are also the ones that cost the most! With more than 120 plastic pieces, 40 Territory tiles, 4 Family Boards, a scoring board, and over 100 cards, Ventura will whisk players into a world of warring mercenaries and noble families, all seeking control of Italy’s burgeoning wealth.

Mechanics

Area Majority / Influence Drafting Grid Movement Modular Board Simultaneous Action Selection Tile Placement

Categories

Fighting Renaissance Territory Building

Designers

Alberto Menoncin Silvio Negri-Clementi

Publishers

Fantasy Flight Games Stratelibri
Ventura

Game Info

Players
2-4 Players
Time
1.5 hours
Weight
Medium — 3.02/5
Year
2011
BGG Rating
6.33
BGG Rank
#8501
Min Age
13+

Frequently Asked Questions

Ventura supports 2 to 4 players.
A typical game of Ventura takes about 90 minutes.
Ventura has a complexity rating of 3.02/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Ventura is 13+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
Ventura has a rating of 6.33/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 508 ratings. It is ranked #8501 overall.
Ventura was designed by Alberto Menoncin, Silvio Negri-Clementi. It was published in 2011.