Raids
2–4 players • 45 min • ages 8+ • Matthew Dunstan
- Designer
- Matthew Dunstan · Brett J. Gilbert
- Publisher
- Iello
- Players
- 2–4 players
- Playing time
- 45 min
- Age
- 8+
How it plays
Raids plays 2–4 players, takes about 45 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 8 and up.
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Where it came from
Raids was released in 2018 by the French publisher Iello, known for its curated selection of accessible yet strategic tabletop games. Designed by Matthew Dunstan, the game invites players to take on the roles of Viking captains. It was developed to offer a streamlined, competitive experience centered around tile placement and set collection, encouraging players to balance cautious resource management with the necessary risks of naval exploration.
The aesthetic design of the game, featuring illustrations by Andy Hepworth and Weberson Santiago, leans into a vibrant, stylized interpretation of Norse mythology. By focusing on a modular board layout that changes with each session, the design achieves high replayability while maintaining an approachable rule set. Upon its release, it was generally well-received for its tight interaction mechanics and the tension created by the central 'raiding' track, where players must weigh the cost of moving their ship against the potential rewards of a successful voyage.
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About Raids
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How do you play Raids?
Raids is a board game for 2–4 players, running about 45 minutes. 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 Raids for?
Raids 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.
How long does Raids take to play?
A game of Raids is listed at about 45 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Raids for?
Raids lists a minimum age of 8. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
Who designed Raids?
Raids was designed by Matthew Dunstan and Brett J. Gilbert. It's published by Iello.
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