Lirius Games are preparing to launch their latest Kickstarter with Timeless Journeys: The Italian Grand Tour relaunch.
Last October 2024, the team fell short in fully funding their campaign for the game with just 374 backers. The latest campaign in waiting has nearly 3000 followers waiting for the launch notification.
What stands out from the off is how beautiful the game looks. Set in the 18th and 19th century.
“In Timeless Journeys: The Italian Grand Tour, you will travel across Italy in search of art, ideas, and experiences that fill the pages of your Travel Journal and define your legacy. Designed by Nestore Mangone (Darwin’s Journey, Newton) and Andrea Robbiani (Ants), this elegant Eurogame blends travel, friendship, and inspiration into a rich, strategic adventure.”
It sounds incredible. Players plotting their route around the iconic destinations of Italy, uncovering hidden rewards and transforming their impressions into the essential victory points for victory.
I remember studying this type of touring at University. It was such a prestigious activity of the period if you were someone who embarked on such a tour. I love the idea of a game trying to recreate such a trail. It really was a grand activity.
The game is for 1 to 5 people taking between 50 to 90 minutes. The game mechanics incorporate deck building, hand management, map movement and set collection. Check their kickstarter page for more detail. Good luck to Lirius on the upcoming campaign.
