Empire Engine

Europe 1888: In a dystopian alternate reality, four great powers vie for control of the continent. Each Empire’s soldiers lay siege to opposing cities, while their war efforts are funded by exotic exports and ingenious inventions. Only one state will orchestrate their limited resources into an Empire Engine powerful enough to lead them to victory. Empire Engine is a rondel microgame that plays in 20-30 minutes with important decisions in every round. Players simultaneously choose actions to attack and defend, salvage and export, or collect resources: goods for export, soldiers to attack your neighbors, and inventions for points. Bluff and double bluff as you try to outwit your opponents.