Keltis
2–4 players • Reiner Knizia
- Designer
- Reiner Knizia
- Publisher
- 999 Games · Franckh-Kosmos
- Players
- 2–4 players
How it plays
Keltis plays 2–4 players.
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Where it came from
Keltis was designed by the renowned mathematician and game designer Reiner Knizia and released in 2008. The game is a thematic development of his earlier title, Lost Cities, expanding the mechanics into a board game format where players manage sets of cards to advance their pawns along stone paths. It was published by 999 Games and quickly gained recognition within the tabletop community for its approachable yet strategic gameplay.
Upon its release, Keltis achieved significant critical success, winning the prestigious Spiel des Jahres award in 2008. The design was praised for its balance of risk and reward, utilizing a clean aesthetic that made the core card-management loop accessible to a wide range of players. It remains a staple in the library of modern abstract board games, noted for its clever use of probability and tactical decision-making.
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How do you play Keltis?
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How many players is Keltis for?
Keltis is built for 2–4 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
Who designed Keltis?
Keltis was designed by Reiner Knizia. It's published by 999 Games and Franckh-Kosmos.
Has Keltis won any awards?
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