Crusader Rex
2 players • 180 min • ages 12+
- Players
- 2 players
- Playing time
- 180 min
- Age
- 12+
How it plays
Crusader Rex plays 2 players, takes about 180 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 12 and up.
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Where it came from
Crusader Rex was published by GMT Games in 2005 as part of their block wargame series. Designed by Jerry Taylor, the game utilizes the Columbia Games block system, where wooden blocks represent military units with hidden strengths that diminish as they sustain damage. This design choice mimics the 'fog of war,' forcing players to commit forces without knowing the exact composition of the opposing army, a mechanic that has become a hallmark of the genre.
The game simulates the Third Crusade, focusing on the conflict between Richard the Lionheart and Saladin in the Holy Land. Taylor intended to create a fast-paced, accessible strategic experience that captured the asymmetric nature of the campaign, emphasizing logistics and troop quality over complex combat modifiers. It was received favorably by the wargaming community for its balance of accessibility and historical flavor, successfully distilling a sprawling historical conflict into a refined, tactical tabletop experience.
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About Crusader Rex
Crusader Rex is a game in the Board Games catalog on collecto.rs. 2 players • 180 min • ages 12+. Catalog data is sourced from Wikidata. No public games collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How do you play Crusader Rex?
Crusader Rex is a board game for 2 players, running about 3 hours. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is Crusader Rex for?
Crusader Rex is built for 2 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Crusader Rex take to play?
A game of Crusader Rex is listed at about 3 hours. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Crusader Rex for?
Crusader Rex lists a minimum age of 12. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
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