{"product_id":"hachette-boardgames-cyclades-epic-mythological-strategy-game-for-2-6-players-60-90-minutes","title":"Hachette Boardgames: Cyclades | Epic Mythological Strategy Game for 2-6 Players | 60-90 Minutes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExperience Cyclades: A Legendary Strategy Reimagined\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into a mythic arena where players bid for divine favors, summon legendary beings, and redraw the map as the action unfolds. The Legendary Edition upgrade, also known as the Director’s Cut, refines core gameplay and elevates the visual presentation with premium components and lush artwork that evoke ancient Aegean scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCore ideas and replayable design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its heart Cyclades blends auction tactics, area control, and resource management. The modular board lets you assemble a new layout each game, keeping decisions fresh and neighbors unpredictable. With 2-6 players and sessions that typically run 60-90 minutes, the experience scales from intimate duels to lively group play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic modular map: Layouts change every game for fresh strategic challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMythic figures and creatures: New options to explore and deploy during play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible entry, deep strategy: Clear icons and simple rules invite beginners but reward experienced players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModes that fit different groups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re playing as a couple, a family, or a larger circle of friends, Cyclades offers multiple modes. Classic mode preserves the core auction and area control challenge, Teamplay invites cooperative planning, and the enhanced 2-player variant sharpens head-to-head competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic mode: traditional balance of bidding, expansion, and battle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeamplay: cooperative planning for teams on shared goals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-player mode: improved head-to-head experience for tight duels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach session invites you to negotiate, anticipate map shifts, and weigh the costs of bold openings against potential rewards. The result is a tense, cinematic flow that remains accessible yet rich with strategic depth for players of all levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What type of players is Cyclades best suited for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Great for 2-6 players who enjoy auction strategy, area control, and myth-inspired play, in 60-90 minute sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What makes the Legendary Edition special?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Director’s Cut upgrades refine gameplay, add premium components, and introduce expanded modes like Classic, Teamplay, and enhanced 2-player rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Hachette Boardgames","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56930271363454,"sku":"B0DXQF894V","price":115.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/1317\/4398\/files\/hachette-cyclades-map-tiles.jpg?v=1771233471","url":"https:\/\/playvia.co.uk\/products\/hachette-boardgames-cyclades-epic-mythological-strategy-game-for-2-6-players-60-90-minutes","provider":"Playvia | Best-Selling Toys, Games \u0026 Learning in the UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}