Small World
2–5 players • 2009
- First published
- 2009
- Players
- 2–5 players
- Genre
- Fantasy
How it plays
Small World plays 2–5 players.
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Where it came from
Small World was published by Days of Wonder in 2009, designed by Philippe Keyaerts as a spiritual successor to his earlier title, Vinci. The game was conceived to offer a fast-paced, high-interaction fantasy experience that avoided the slow buildup common in traditional area-control games. By focusing on the concept of declining civilizations, Keyaerts introduced a mechanic that encouraged players to expand aggressively before abandoning their weakening forces for a new, fresh race.
The game’s visual identity was crafted by artist Miguel Coimbra, whose vibrant, whimsical illustrations defined the look of the fantastical races and the modular board. This artistic direction was widely praised for its clarity and charm, helping the game bridge the gap between hobbyist strategy gamers and casual players. Upon its release, it was lauded by critics for its balance of accessibility and tactical depth, quickly becoming a staple in modern board game collections.
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About Small World
Small World is a game in the Board Games catalog on collecto.rs. 2–5 players • 2009. It's filed under fantasy. 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 Small World?
Small World is a board game for 2–5 players, filed under fantasy. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — the rulebook is the publisher's to distribute, and their own site is the authoritative source: http://www.smallworld-game.com
How many players is Small World for?
Small World 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.
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