Official Diplomacy Rules
How To Play Diplomacy
2 - 7
Players
12+
Ages
90 MIN
Play Time
$25
Price
In Diplomacy, players embody one of Europe's seven "Great Powers" (Great Britain, France, Austria-Hungary, Germany, Italy, Russia, or Turkey) in the years leading up to World War I. The game commences in the Spring of 1901, with players making moves in both Spring and Autumn each year. Military units are limited to armies and fleets, offering players strategic options such as moving into adjacent territories, supporting allied units in attacks or defense, or holding position. Through written orders, players dictate the actions of their units, with outcomes determined solely by the game's rules, devoid of random chance. Renowned for its straightforward movement mechanics combined with substantial negotiation elements, Diplomacy holds high regard among gaming enthusiasts.
Diplomacy is a fun World War One game where military forces invade and withdraw, shifting borders and altering empires. Build alliances or become a traitor as you plot to gain control over the continent. The Diplomacy board game is not just a game of chance, but involves being clever, cunning, and much strategy. If you like war board games, Diplomacy is rated one of the best. Try the board game Diplomacy today!
Diplomacy is a fun World War One game where military forces invade and withdraw, shifting borders and altering empires. Build alliances or become a traitor as you plot to gain control over the continent. The Diplomacy board game is not just a game of chance, but involves being clever, cunning, and much strategy. If you like war board games, Diplomacy is rated one of the best. Try the board game Diplomacy today!
- Game Board
- 84 Fleets
- 84 Armies
- 147 Control Markers
- Map Pad
- Official Diplomacy Rules And Instructions
As soon as one Great Power controls 18 supply centers, it's considered to have gained control of Europe. The player representing that Great Power is the winner. However, players can end the game by agreement before a winner is determined. In this case, all players who still have pieces on the game board share equally in a draw.
Please keep in mind that the official Diplomacy PDF rules listed below could be different depending on the version you have. They should be an exact copy of what came in your original packaging. Download them to view now or print them for later use.
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Mad Roy says:
This is a hugely amusing and entertaining game, especially if beer is involved. The guy who breaks the most promises to other players usually wins. Definitely a game of strategy, with no dice to mess you up with bed rolls.
09-06-2014
This is a hugely amusing and entertaining game, especially if beer is involved. The guy who breaks the most promises to other players usually wins. Definitely a game of strategy, with no dice to mess you up with bed rolls.
Scott says:
My favorite game
05-21-2011
My favorite game
Matt says:
Great war game! 5 stars is my rating!
01-03-2010
Great war game! 5 stars is my rating!
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