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Courtisans

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Players 2–5
Play Time 20–30m
Age 8+
BGG Score 7.3

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Game at a glance
BOARDGAMEGEEK
7.3/ 10
rank #988
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5.00/ 5
1 verified reviews
👥PLAYERS
2–5
⏱PLAY TIME
20–30m
🎯AGE
8+
publisher rating
🧠COMPLEXITY
1.3 / 5
Light-Medium weight
✍DESIGNER
📅YEAR
2024
Courtisans — How to Play
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Courtisans places you in the cutthroat world of a royal court, where influence is everything and rivals will stop at nothing to claim favour. Designer Romaric Galonnier has crafted a quick-playing set collection game that balances strategic planning with direct interaction—expect to build your power base while undermining your opponents' carefully laid plans.

Over 20 to 30 minutes, 2 to 5 players compete to assemble the most valuable sets of courtiers, vying for end-game bonuses that reward clever combinations. The take-that mechanics ensure no one's position is safe: just when you think you've secured a winning tableau, a rival might disrupt your entire strategy. Noëmie Chevalier's artwork brings the opulent court to life, making every card feel like a miniature portrait of intrigue.

With a low complexity rating of 1.3 and an age recommendation of 8+, Courtisans welcomes newer players while offering enough tactical depth to keep experienced gamers engaged. The blend of accessible rules and meaningful decisions makes it ideal for family game nights or as a sharp filler between longer sessions. Published in 2024 by Catch Up Games, it has already earned a solid 7.3 rating on BoardGameGeek.

Why you'll love it
Rated 7.3 on BoardGameGeek · ranked #988
Light-Medium-weight — 20–30m
Plays 2–5 players
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Frequently asked questions
How many players can play Courtisans?
Courtisans supports 2 to 5 players.
How long does a game of Courtisans take?
A typical game lasts 20 to 30 minutes.
What age is Courtisans suitable for?
The game is recommended for players aged 8 and up.
Is Courtisans difficult to learn?
No, it has a complexity rating of 1.3 out of 5, making it accessible for newer players while still offering tactical choices.
What kind of game is Courtisans?
It's a set collection game with take-that mechanics and end-game bonuses, themed around competing for influence at a royal court.
Who designed Courtisans?
Courtisans was designed by Romaric Galonnier and published in 2024 by Catch Up Games.

Game information

Year2024
Players2–5
Play time20–30m
Age8+
BGG rank#988
Barcode5065014806258
Complexity1.3 / 5
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Charlie R.

Ten-year-old daughter has been requesting Courtisans every night this week. She usually goes for the flashy stuff, so this one clearly has staying power.

Chuffed to hear it landed so well. Cheers for the review!

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