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Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire
Portal Games

Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire

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$5.00at Portal Games USObserved at 2:33 PM

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Our take on the Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire

Rise of the Empire is a campaign expansion for Imperial Settlers, Portal Games' engine-building card game about four factions competing to grow a civilization. It adds an open-world campaign mode with Empire Sheets, new tokens (Workaholic, Bribe, Dove) and new cards that plug into the base game. It is not a standalone game; you need Imperial Settlers to play. At $5.00 at Portal Games US as of November 7, 2026, it sits at the low end of its recent range and is cheap for an expansion of this size.

Best forOwners of the Imperial Settlers base gameGroups that want a linked campaign instead of one-off matchesSolo players, since the expansion supports 1 playerFans of engine builders who like legacy-style progression
Pros
  • Adds a structured campaign with persistent Empire Sheets
  • New token types (Workaholic, Bribe, Dove) change turn decisions
  • Works with the existing Imperial Settlers factions and cards
  • Supports 1 to 4 players, including solo
  • Low entry price for an expansion
Cons
  • Requires the base game; useless on its own
  • Campaign play means several sessions, not a quick filler
  • Adds rules overhead on top of an already dense base game
  • Thin physical contents for the box size

Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire prices at every store

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    $5.00Observed at 2:33 PM
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    $12.00Observed at 2:33 PM
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    $12.85Observed at 2:33 PM
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    $18.99Observed at 2:33 PM
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    $40.95Observed at 2:33 PM
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    $18.04Observed at 2:33 PM
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Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire price history

Lowest price we've seen: $5.00 on Nov 7 at Portal Games US. Tracked across 13 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

Owners of the base game generally treat Rise of the Empire as a solid campaign layer that gives their existing cards a reason to come back to the table. The common complaint is that it is only worth it for committed Imperial Settlers players, since the added rules and campaign bookkeeping are heavy for casual groups.

What people mention
  • CampaignPraisedOwners like that results carry between games through the Empire Sheets.
  • Rules overheadMixedThe extra campaign rules are seen as rewarding but heavier than the base game.
  • ComponentsMixedSome buyers find the token and card count modest for the box.
  • Base game neededCriticisedBuyers note it does nothing without Imperial Settlers.

Specifications

Recommended Age
Adult
Language
English (Rulebook)
Count
8 Workaholic tokens
Material
Cardboard, Plastic
Maximum Players
4
Minimum Players
1
Game Mode
Open World campaign

Questions and answers

Can I play Rise of the Empire on its own?
No. It is an expansion and requires the Imperial Settlers base game to play.
How many players does it support?
1 to 4 players, so it works solo as well as with a group.
What is in the box?
Cards, Empire Sheets, Workaholic tokens, Bribe tokens and Dove tokens, plus the English rulebook.
Is it a legacy game?
It is a campaign expansion with persistent Empire Sheets, so progress carries across sessions, but it is not a destructive legacy game.
When is the best time to buy it?
It is $5.00 at Portal Games US as of November 7, 2026, near the bottom of its recent range, so waiting is unlikely to save much.
Where is the Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire cheapest?
At Portal Games US, for $5.00, 72% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire?
13 stores we checked sell it, including Portal Games US, InDiPro Games, eBay, Zatu Games, Target.

Stores we've priced the Imperial Settlers Rise of the Empire at

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Educational Focus
History
Included Accessories
Workaholic tokens, Bribe tokens, Cards, Dove tokens, Empire Sheets
Game Compatibility
Imperial Settlers
Series
Imperial Settlers
Dimensions
24.64 x 24.89 x 0.1 cm
Width
24.9 cm
Edition
Rise of the Empire Expansion
Release Date
2020-07-15
Packaging Type
Box