Even if you don’t like Dune this is a surprisingly good board game and relatively simple to pickup. A good gift. Read more

Its easy to follow. I’m a beginner for these kinds of board games and I played this with the boyfriend who’s an expert and I enjoyed it! Read more

great game but was delivered and left outside without external brown packaging..Thankfully did not get stolen. Read more

Imperium is a combination of a few "euro-style" game systems. Deck builder, Worker Placement, and Area Control all rolled into one game. The components are good quality and the board and card art give it a nice atmostphere. The game mechanics have been streamlined and updated from the old Dune game(so I've heard), but the game play is fun and not complicated. There are 8 leaders, 2 from each house(Atreides, Thorvald, Richese, Harkonnen) to choose from, each with different powers in game play. You start with a deck of 10 cards and buy more cards to your deck through "persuasion" points as you play cards from your starting hand. You have 2 agents(3rd can be obtained later as well as use of the "Mentat" for another placement) that occupy spaces on the board to gain the resources listed and can gain influence with the 4 factions(Emperor, Fremen, Bene Gesserit, and Spacing Guild), as well as handling troops to win combat for rewards. You will gain spice, solari(money), troops. and water, to be utilized in many ways around the board. The 1st player to 10 points triggers the end of the game. The cards you play, tell you where on the board you can place a worker( 7 spots on the Dune planet, 2 spots at each faction you want as allies, 5 spots of the High Council, and 2 spots of the Sell Melange[market]). Each space has a different benefit/cost/reward for placement. Victory points are gained in many ways, creating different paths to win parameters. I would place this game in the medium weight category for complexity and time. There is a lot to take in, but it's not a tough game to learn how to play and the game time is roughly around 1-3 hours or so. 3 hours only for the 1st couple learning games, while more plays reduces it to 1-2 hours maybe. The pieces are simple and effective, with great card and board art work. This is a fun game for 1-4 players. I have not tried the solo player version yet, but the Automa(House Hagal) cards are a decent challenge. You use 2 Hagal bots in a solo game and 1 in a 2-player game. They are there to occupy spaces and add some troops to combat for competition, they gain nothing else. I've played a lot of board games, it's a big hobby for me. Dune: Imperium is a great game for enthusiasts, not the best gateway game into coaxing lighter/non-gamers into the hobby, but certainly can be used for it. It's complex, but not that complicated of a game. Read more

Dune, the board game that transports you to a world of intrigue and strategy, is not just a game – it's a ticket to an immersive experience that will elevate your holiday gatherings to legendary status. As you consider the perfect Christmas gift for the gamers in your life, look no further than Dune for an unforgettable blend of diplomacy, warfare, and cunning. Crafted with meticulous detail, the game captures the essence of Frank Herbert's iconic universe, from the sprawling desert landscapes to the intricate political alliances. The board itself is a visual masterpiece, setting the stage for intense battles and high-stakes negotiations. One of the standout features of Dune is its perfect balance between strategy and unpredictability. The game's components are of exceptional quality, from the detailed miniatures representing the iconic factions to the well-designed cards and tokens. The rulebook is comprehensive, making it accessible for newcomers while offering enough depth to satisfy the most dedicated strategy enthusiasts. What truly makes Dune an outstanding Christmas gift is its ability to bring people together. The game thrives on negotiation and cooperation, making it a perfect catalyst for memorable interactions and shared experiences. This holiday season, dive into the world of Dune and let the games begin! Read more