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The Castles of Burgundy

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac • 2019

Should you play it?

Stefan Feld's highly decorated board game "The Castles Of Burgundy" by Ravensburger is getting its digital version on Steam! Enjoy against the challenging AI or friends a beautiful digital version of the classic board game!

What works

  • Faithful adaptation of a classic board game
  • Challenging ai with multiple difficulty levels
  • Asynchronous multiplayer with turn notifications
  • Strategic depth with multiple paths to victory
  • Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay

Things to keep in mind

  • Clunky and unintuitive user interface
  • Tutorial is insufficient for new players
  • Bugs and occasional freezes reported
  • Achievements often broken or not unlocking
  • Dice rng sometimes perceived as flawed

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The Castles of Burgundy: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Fantasy, Survival, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status, Fellowship.

Last update: 23/08/2026