Oltre Mare
2–5 players • 60 min • ages 12+
- Players
- 2–5 players
- Playing time
- 60 min
- Age
- 12+
How it plays
Oltre Mare plays 2–5 players, takes about 60 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 12 and up.
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Where it came from
Oltre Mare was designed by the prolific game author Alan R. Moon and released in 2004 by the publisher Abacusspiele. Set against the backdrop of Mediterranean trade during the Middle Ages, the game tasks players with managing merchant ships, securing cargo, and navigating the political currents of various port cities. It reflects the mid-2000s surge in European-style board games that emphasized logistical planning and resource management over direct conflict.
The game is characterized by a minimalist aesthetic typical of its era, featuring board art by Franz Vohwinkel. The design focuses on a card-driven mechanic where players must balance the risk of pirate encounters with the potential rewards of successful trade routes. While it did not reach the same ubiquity as other titles from Moon’s portfolio, it remains a respected entry among enthusiasts of the classic trading genre for its streamlined approach to complex economic gameplay.
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About Oltre Mare
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How do you play Oltre Mare?
Oltre Mare is a board game for 2–5 players, running about 1 hour. 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 Oltre Mare for?
Oltre Mare is built for 2–5 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Oltre Mare take to play?
A game of Oltre Mare is listed at about 1 hour. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Oltre Mare for?
Oltre Mare lists a minimum age of 12. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
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