Chaos in the Old World 2009
Designed by Eric M. Lang
What it is
A medium-heavy fantasy, fighting, horror game for 3-4 players (~60 min), built around action points, area majority / influence, area movement.
Why it matters
A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #218 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played strategy title.
Mechanics
How to play Chaos in the Old World
Chaos in the Old World is a heavier strategy game (rated 3.2 of 5 for complexity on BoardGameGeek) that plays with 3–4 players, runs about 60 minutes and is aimed at ages 13 and up. It's a Fantasy, Fighting and Horror game where the core of play revolves around Action Points, Area Majority / Influence and Area Movement. A medium-heavy fantasy, fighting, horror game for 3-4 players (~60 min), built around action points, area majority / influence, area movement. A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #218 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played strategy title.
This is an overview of what to expect at the table — not the rulebook. We link to official rules and tutorials rather than reproducing them.
What players ask about Chaos in the Old World
How many players is Chaos in the Old World?
Chaos in the Old World plays with 3–4 players.
How long does Chaos in the Old World take to play?
About 60 minutes per game.
Is Chaos in the Old World hard to learn?
BoardGameGeek rates its complexity at 3.2 out of 5 — medium-heavy. That's a community weight rating, not our opinion.
What age is Chaos in the Old World for?
The publisher recommends ages 13 and up.
What kind of game is Chaos in the Old World?
Chaos in the Old World is a Fantasy, Fighting, Horror game, built on Action Points, Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement.
Where to buy Chaos in the Old World
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