A Game of Thrones: Hand of the King

A Game of Thrones: Hand of the King

2016
Family
3.82 out of 5
592+ people loved this game
Mechanics
Set Collection
Complexity
Light
Duration
15 - 30 minutes
Number of players
2 - 4 players
Minimum age
14+ years

A Game of Thrones: Hand of the King review

I recently picked up "A Game of Thrones: Hand of the King" and I've been having a blast with it! It's a fast-paced card game that's perfect for a quick game night with friends. The premise is simple: you're trying to become the King's Hand by gaining support from the various Houses in King's Landing. You do this by moving Varys around the board, collecting character tokens, and claiming banners.

The game is surprisingly strategic, despite its simple rules. You have to think about which characters to collect, which banners to go for, and how to use the companion cards to your advantage. It's also really fun to see how the different characters from the show and books interact in the game.

I especially enjoyed the companion cards, which really mix things up and add a lot of replayability. The artwork is also really well done and captures the spirit of the show perfectly. I would definitely recommend this game to any fan of Game of Thrones, or anyone looking for a quick and fun card game to play with friends.

Some reviews mentioned that the game is a bit too simple, but I disagree. While it's easy to learn, there's a lot of depth to the strategy. I've found that the game gets more interesting the more you play it. It's also a great game for players of all skill levels.

Overall, I'm very happy with this game. It's a fun and engaging way to spend an evening with friends. I'd definitely recommend checking it out if you're a fan of Game of Thrones or card games in general.