Rival Cities

Rival Cities is a game where two rivals turn the historical tension between Altona and Hamburg into a sharp, head-to-head duel of timing, misdirection, and nerve. Set in the 16th century, you’ll build momentum across the board with smart card play and careful placement of wooden markers, press an advantage where your opponent least expects it, and watch for multiple instant-win openings that can end the match in a heartbeat. Every turn forces a choice: shore up your own position or bait your rival into overreaching while you set up the decisive strike.

In Rival Cities, you will weigh short-term gains against long-term plans as you manage limited actions, read your opponent, and pivot when the city’s fortunes shift. The compact board, 79-card deck, and a trove of tactile wooden and cardboard markers keep the table state clear while offering plenty of variation from game to game. Four storage boxes make cleanup simple and keep future sessions fast to start, so you can jump straight into the next duel. Ready to see if your city can outfox its neighbor? Pick up Rival Cities today at Boarding School Games.

Key features
• Two-player city duel inspired by the Altona vs. Hamburg rivalry
• Multiple instant victory paths that reward timing and clever bluffs
• Streamlined setup with 1 board, 79 cards, 53 wooden markers, and 37 cardboard markers
• Clear table presence and smooth organization with a game overview and 4 storage boxes
• Easy to learn with deep tactical play and strong replay value