Gamewright Castle Keep, the Game of Medieval Strategy and Siege

by Gamewright

Product Features

• 2 to 4 players
• Playing time: 20 minutes
• Ninety tiles
• High gloss graphics
• Made in the USA

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 17.5 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0009XBY26
• Item model number: 5509
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 - 15 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,357 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Transport yourself to a time when protecting your possessions meant defending your keep, the most secure part of the castle. Keeps were often called "great towers" because of their imposing structure - walls over 10’ thick and 75’ high. They served various functions, from last resort strongholds during battle to sites of castle dungeons. While there are few remaining keeps still standing today, you can get a small taste of what it was like to build and defend a castle in this game that is simple to learn, yet full of strategy and decision-making elements that will challenge all ages.

Product Description

Transport yourself to a time when protecting your possessions meant defending your keep, the most secure part of the castle. Keeps were often called ?great towers because of their imposing structure walls over 10 feet thick and 75 feet high. They served various functions, from last resort strongholds during battle to sites of castle dungeons. While there are few remaining keeps still standing today, you can get a small taste of what it was like to build and defend a castle in this game that is simple to learn, yet full of strategy and decision-making elements that will challenge all ages. HOW TO PLAY: Raise your castle! Raze the enemy! In this clever game of medieval maneuvers, build a castle with walls, towers, and a keep by matching color, shape, or both. Will you use your game tiles to strengthen your fortress or to attack vulnerable opponents? Choose wisely, or you may find yourself in royal ruins! The first player to build a complete castle rules the land. 2 to 4 Players. Playing Time: 20 Minutes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great quick game!, November 28, 2005

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Aaron L. Shaw "Casual Reviewer" (Provo, UT USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Gamewright Castle Keep, the Game of Medieval Strategy and Siege (Toy)

There are two ways to play this game. You can play it with basic rules. This game will last about 15-20 minutes with minimal strategy. The second way to play this game is with the advanced rules. THis game will last 30-40 minutes with much more strategy. The best part of this game is that it alows for quick rule explanation and understanding. The worst part about this game is that even with the advanced rules, there is still a huge amount of luck involved. Whatever the case. This is a great game if you are looking for a quick light strategy game.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun game, March 8, 2007

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N. M. - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Gamewright Castle Keep, the Game of Medieval Strategy and Siege (Toy)

I gave this game to my sister and her husband for Christmas and they loved it. It is fairly easy to learn and the games do not require a long time commitment, unlike many strategy games. I enjoyed this game so much, I bought 3 more - one for my grandparents, one for my mentor student and one for myself. It reminds me of UNO with different "house" rules that can be added to make the strategy more complex. I'm still looking for an efficient way to "shuffle" the tiles. It is an inexpensive game for 1, 2, 3 or 4 players that I can play several times a night.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Castle Keep, January 9, 2007

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C. Palyswiat - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gamewright Castle Keep, the Game of Medieval Strategy and Siege (Toy)

I bought this game for my 13 year old sister for Christmas and we had a great time playing it. Its lots of fun with more people, or even with just two. We even modified the rules slightly to make it last a little longer for two players. Instead of making a 3x3 square, we made it 4x4 with 4 keeps. Very fun!