Product Information
Board Game Geek Rating: 6.86, Avg Player Rating: 8.04. This 2 - 4 player board game was published in 2022. It's a Kickstarter - exclusive from Arcane Wonders. The bundle includes the core game, Monuments Expansion, 5th Player Expansion, metal coins, objectives, player roles, trading and stealing mechanics, invocations, Will of the Consul, Roads of Fortune, and all unlocked stretch goals. Note: paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless stated otherwise. In Foundations of Rome, you become an architect vying for land and constructing magnificent buildings like domūs, insulae, fountains, and foundries to boost your renown and bring glory to yourself and the empire. The base game comes with 96 detailed miniatures. It's the biggest in the Dice Tower Essentials line, designed by Emerson Matsuuchi. On your turn, you can buy a new lot, build in the shared city of Rome, or collect income. Players earn Glory Points each round based on population, commerce, and civic buildings, which score based on both your and opponents' structures. With a quick setup and easy - to - learn rules, you'll soon be on your way to glory in Rome. At TheGameSteward, we're happy to support campaigns like this one. A significant portion of your spend on this bundle will go towards backing new Kickstarter games. If you have any purchase questions or need game advice, contact us at The Game Steward.
To start playing Foundations of Rome, first set up the game using the components in the bundle. The setup is quick, so you won't waste much time. Each player takes on the role of an architect. On your turn, you have three main options: buy a new lot, build a building in the shared city of Rome, or collect income. As you build domūs, insulae, fountains, and other structures, you'll increase your renown and earn Glory Points at the end of each round. These points are based on the population and commerce you bring to the city, as well as the civic buildings you and your opponents have. Remember, the paid add - ons from the Kickstarter Campaign are not included unless otherwise stated. When you're done playing, keep the components in a safe place. Make sure to store the miniatures carefully to avoid any damage. If you have any questions about how to play or anything related to the game, don't hesitate to contact The Game Steward.
