Saverio E Spagnolie, a mathematics professor, along with three other designers, recently created a board game, Vijayanagara: The Deccan Empires of Medieval India, 1290-1398.
Published by GMT Games, the game in less than two weeks, has already sold 1,020 copies and has piqued the curiosity of India’s popular historians as well as enthusiasts.
Historical board games such as these invite players to step into the shoes of historical figures. It lets them navigate the intricate web of political, economic, and military conflicts.
Games rooted in history and tradition are offering a retelling of the past, Sidhartha shares. While traditional games like Chaupad don’t have a narrative to it, they are rooted in our past.