Kingdom Builder (2012)

Genres: Board Games

iOS

Released: 2012-12-10

Requirements

iPad 2 Wifi, iPad 2 3G, iPhone 4S, iPad Third Gen, iPad Third Gen 4G, iPhone 5, iPod Touch Fifth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen 4G, iPad Mini, iPad Mini 4G, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad Air Cellular, iPad Mini Retina, iPad Mini Retina Cellular, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Cellular, iPad Mini 3, iPad Mini 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Sixth Gen, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Mini 4, iPad Mini 4 Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro Cellular, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Pro 9.7 Cellular, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPad 6 1 1, iPad 6 1 2, iPad 7 1, iPad 7 2, iPad 7 3, iPad 7 4, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 7 5, iPad 7 6, iPhone X S, iPhone X S Max, iPhone X R, iPad 8 1 2, iPad 8 3 4, iPad 8 5 6, iPad 8 7 8, iPad Mini 5, iPad Mini 5 Cellular, iPad Air 3, iPad Air 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Seventh Gen

Android

Released: 2012-12-10

Requirements

4.0 and up

Developers

Queen Games

Queen Digitals

Publishers

Queen Games

Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.brettspielwelt.kingdombuilder&hl=en&gl=us)

App Store (https://apps.apple.com/app/kingdom-builder/id581197776?uo=4)

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Description

Kingdom Builder, a strategy board game that won the prestigious "Spiel des Jahres 2012" award, is now available for play on the iPad. This exciting game allows players to dive into a world of kingdom building, offering a variety of gameplay modes and challenges to keep things fresh and engaging every time you play.

The game is designed for both single-player and multiplayer experiences. You can challenge yourself against the computer, with three distinct difficulty levels to choose from, or go head-to-head with your friends in local play. If you want to test your skills against the best, you can also play online with others from all around the world. Whether you are playing solo or with others, Kingdom Builder offers endless opportunities for strategic thinking and fun.

The core gameplay revolves around settling new locations and building a powerful kingdom. Players must settle next to valuable resources and strategic locations to earn special actions, which can provide a significant advantage over opponents. These special actions help players gain more points, and the player with the most points at the end of the game emerges victorious. Timing and smart decision-making are crucial for success in this game.

One of the standout features of Kingdom Builder is its tutorial system, which is designed to make it easy for new players to get started. The tutorial guides you through the basic mechanics of the game, ensuring that even those who are unfamiliar with strategy games can pick up and play quickly. Additionally, the highlight function helps point out important locations and actions, making the game more accessible and enjoyable for players of all skill levels.

Another reason why Kingdom Builder remains exciting and replayable is its dynamic gameplay. The game offers a randomly generated board setup and victory conditions every time you play. This ensures that no two games are ever the same, keeping the experience fresh and challenging. The changing terrain configuration forces players to adapt their strategies each time, making it impossible to predict the outcome of any game. This level of variability means that Kingdom Builder stays engaging and exciting, no matter how many times you play it.

Whether you're new to the game or an experienced player, Kingdom Builder on iPad offers a fun and strategic experience that is sure to keep you entertained for hours. Its award-winning design, along with its easy-to-learn mechanics and deep strategic gameplay, makes it a must-have for anyone who loves a good strategy challenge.

Our Verdict

Kingdom Builder (2012) Verdict

Kingdom Builder is a smart and fun strategy game that works well on iPad. The rules are easy to learn, and the game keeps you coming back with different maps and victory conditions every time. You can play alone, with friends on the same device, or online, making it flexible for any situation.

The game rewards clever planning and quick thinking. Settling near the right spots and grabbing special actions before others gives a real sense of competition. The tutorial helps new players get started fast, so you won’t feel lost.

We recommend Kingdom Builder. It’s simple to pick up, challenging enough to stay interesting, and offers endless ways to build your kingdom. Whether you play alone or with others, it’s worth your time.

FAQ

Kingdom Builder is a strategy board game, winner of the German Spiel des Jahres 2012 award, now available on iPad and Android devices. Players aim to build the most glorious kingdom by settling next to lucrative locations and gaining special actions.

You can play against the computer in three difficulty levels, locally with friends on one device, or online with players worldwide. The goal is to earn points by placing settlements strategically and using special actions.

Yes, Kingdom Builder includes a tutorial and a highlight function to guide new players through the game, making it easy to start playing right away.

Yes, each game changes terrain configurations and randomizes victory conditions, ensuring a unique experience every time you play.

Kingdom Builder is available on iOS and Android devices. Minimum requirements for iOS include iPad 2 and later models, iPhone 4S and later, and for Android, it requires version 4.0 and up.

The game was developed by Queen Games and Queen Digitals, and published by Queen Games.

Yes, you can play locally on one device or online with friends and other players around the world.

The main goal is to earn points by strategically settling next to special locations and using special actions before other players, leading to victory at the end of the game.

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