River of Gold at Gen Con

From the Spine of the World Mountains to the bustling fishing villages of Earthquake Fish Bay flows a river where fortunes can be made, and lowly traders can brush shoulders with Rokugan’s elite. In River of Gold, the first-ever eurogame set in the world of Legend of the Five Rings, you’ll embark on a captivating journey through the mystical realms of Rokugan as a merchant representing one of the illustrious samurai clans. Invest in trade ports, markets, and shrines; build influence with manor houses; and deliver valuable contracts to amass wealth and rise above your rivals. With fast turns, multiple strategies, and a richly detailed world, River of Gold offers an enchanting experience where wealth and power await those who dare to seize them. Learn more and order your copy at the Office Dog website.

River of Gold at Gen Con

Gen Con attendees can play the tabletop version of River of Gold before anyone else! Learn to Play events will be happening in the Event Hall each of the four days of Gen Con. Grab your ticket for Saturday morning for a chance to play with the designer, Keith Piggott! He’ll be joining Learn to Play events from 10am to 1pm on Saturday!

And stop by the Asmodee store (Booth #817) early on Friday to be one of the first to pick up your own copy of River of Gold while supplies last. Keith will be meeting players and signing games from 11am to 1pm on Friday. May the Fortunes of Wealth and Luck smile upon you!

If you’re unable to attend Gen Con, fret not! There’s still plenty to do and see in anticipation of the game’s US release on August 16! Read on to learn more.

Watch the Learn to Play Video

Not sure where to begin? Head over to YouTube where you’ll find a quick and easy learn-to-play video from Becca Scott of the Good Time Society. This step-by-step guide will walk you through setup and the basics of a game turn, ensuring that you’re ready to reign over the River of Gold as soon as it releases!

Sample the Game on Board Game Arena

Want to try before you buy? River of Gold is available now to play on Board Game Arena, the popular online platform for playing board games! This digital implementation allows you to learn the ropes from the comfort of your own home, and then test your strategy and skill against players from around the world.

Dive Deeper into the Game’s Creation

Curious about the creative process behind River of Gold? Don’t miss these exclusive interviews with the game’s illustrator, Francesca Baerald, as well as the game’s designer, Keith Piggott. In his designer diary, Piggott describes the process of integrating feedback from you, the fans, at last year’s Gen Con. Your input that the game didn’t quite evoke the uniqueness of each of the playable clans led to the creation of the clan patrons mini-expansion included in the game!

Experience the River with Short Stories

Finally, explore the world of Legend of the Five Rings with special River of Gold tie-in fiction produced in partnership with Aconyte Books! Learn how the river was rid of pirates and find out which of the four playable clans claimed the glory of dispatching the so-called “Pirate Prince.” You can read or listen to the six-part series of short stories on our website, or else subscribe to the Aconyte Fiction podcast from your podcast app of choice!

Visit the Office Dog product page for River of Gold and pre-order a copy today from the Asmodee webstore or your favorite local game shop! The game releases in the US on August 16. Fans outside the US can pre-order their copy today and receive it as soon as it reaches store shelves in their country. For news about Office Dog’s future releases, follow @OfficeDogGames on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter / X.