A game of strategy and influence at the court of Versailles
Step into the intrigues of the royal court!
In Queen Marie-Antoinette, you play as ambitious courtesans vying for favor in the opulent court of Louis XVI. Recruit influential characters from five distinct factions (Favorites, Merchants, Military, Clergy, Aristocrats), fulfill secret Plots, and adapt to the Queen’s ever-changing demands to earn influence points.
The Queen’s Requirements and shifting Conditions will disrupt your plans and force you to rethink your strategy each turn. Only the most cunning courtier will rise to the top.
Core Mechanics:
Hand management: Play character cards to manipulate the court in your favor.
Objective completion: Combine characters to fulfill Plots and score.
Dynamic scoring: The Queen’s shifting preferences give bonuses to specific factions.
High player interaction: Tactics and timing are key to outmaneuvering opponents.
Why you'll love it:
Easy to learn rules with surprising strategic depth.
A richly illustrated immersive theme based on historical intrigue.
Fast and fluid gameplay, ideal for 2 to 4 players.
High replayability thanks to modular setup and evolving conditions each game.
Queen Marie-Antoinette is designed by Julien Griffon, illustrated by Alice Piernet, and published by Oka Luda. It blends historical charm with accessible yet clever gameplay in a game of courtly ambition and subtle tactics.
—description from the publisher