BoardGameArchiveMarco Polo Deluxe Master Set
Two influential dice-placement games, Agents of Venice, solo opponents and fifth-player modules in one refreshed collection. Compare Gamefound pledges and what existing owners need to know.
Includes Marco Polo I + II, Venice and solo. Delivery date not yet verified.
What is the Marco Polo Deluxe Master Set?
Marco Polo: Deluxe Master Set is a combined deluxe edition from Board&Dice and Hans im Glück bringing together two respected dice-placement strategy games, The Voyages of Marco Polo and Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan. The set also includes the Agents of Venice expansion, published promotional content, fifth-player support for both games, and new solo rules.
These are two distinct standalone games within one shared box, not a single game played by mixing both maps and all rules together. The publisher’s Gamefound campaign is planned for November 2026. Contemporary trackers point to 11 November, but the primary publisher announcement reviewed here only explicitly confirms the first half of November, so treat 11 November as a tracker-reported start until the official countdown or launch appears.
Board&Dice confirmed the €99 Big Box and €169 All-In preview prices on 21 October 2026. These are campaign prices before shipping and taxes, not current retail offers.
Marco Polo Deluxe Master Set release date tracker
Several dates are circulating for this project, including contradictory third-party schedules. This tracker separates publisher confirmation from other reporting and avoids turning a future delivery estimate into a fact.
| Milestone | Date or status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Original The Voyages of Marco Polo | 2015 | Original game publication |
| Marco Polo II | 2019 | Separate successor |
| Publisher confirms campaign window | First half of November 2026 | Board&Dice 21 October update |
| Third-party launch date | 11 November 2026 (reported) | Gamefound countdown reported by multiple trackers; recheck official campaign |
| Other conflicting preview | 12 November 2026 | One weekly roundup; unconfirmed |
| Live Gamefound launch | Not yet confirmed on 9 November | Official page is still in pre-launch mode |
| Campaign closing date | Not verified | Pending launch |
| Estimated backer shipping | Not verified | Pending creator timeline |
| Retail availability | Not announced | No firm street date |
Last checked: 9 November 2026. Next check: 11–12 November 2026 to verify the actual launch, pledge descriptions, language editions, closing date and delivery month. The table will be updated here as credible details emerge.
Marco Polo I vs Marco Polo II: what’s different?
| Feature | The Voyages of Marco Polo | Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan |
|---|---|---|
| Original release | 2015 | 2019 |
| Story premise | Travel from Venice along the Silk Road | Continue adventures from Kublai Khan’s court toward distant regions |
| Primary system | Asymmetric characters, dice actions, contracts, travel | Revised dice-placement and travel economy, including jade |
| Planning focus | Managing limited money and routes while fulfilling contracts | Broader travel possibilities and additional tactical resources |
| Play together? | Standalone game | Standalone successor, not an add-on for Marco Polo I |
| Deluxe improvements | Refreshed visuals, solo, fifth player | Refreshed visuals, solo, fifth player |
The first game rewards careful placement of rolled dice to travel, obtain resources and complete contracts over five rounds. Marco Polo II changes the economy and opportunities for travel rather than simply adding more contracts to the first game’s board. Our existing dedicated Voyages of Marco Polo guide and Marco Polo II guide cover their original gameplay and are better references for full rules than a crowdfunding buying guide.
What does Agents of Venice add?
Agents of Venice is the established expansion for the original Voyages of Marco Polo, included in the Deluxe Master Set. It opens Venice as a location with its own movement system, extra city action spaces, contracts and goal cards. These options create more travel decisions and ways to optimize an engine.
It is not advertised as an expansion for Marco Polo II. Do not assume the two games share their expansion compatibility simply because they appear in the same Deluxe box. Board&Dice says it does not plan substantial alterations to the core Agents of Venice design.
For new owners, it is sensible to learn the original Marco Polo actions before introducing the additional city movement rules.
Will both Marco Polo games have solo modes?
Yes. Board&Dice says both base games will receive solo support. In a 29 October 2026 Gamefound comment the creator confirmed the solo experience will include a bot opponent, but indicated that the designers and precise implementation would be announced once the campaign goes live.
That means we can describe a planned automated challenger, but cannot responsibly invent its difficulty settings, action priorities, component setup or scoring rules. Existing solo variants from the community should not be treated as identical to the official Deluxe edition system.
For solo-focused buyers, the most useful next update will be a creator-published rules sample and a demonstration of how the bot competes across the two different games.
How does the fifth-player expansion work?
Both Marco Polo I and Marco Polo II receive fifth-player modules as part of the €99 Big Box. These extend the supported table size beyond the older standard editions. The manufacturer describes the combined product as supporting up to five players.
Higher player counts may create different action-space competition and longer sessions. However, no independently verified fifth-player rule detail or final five-player playtime has been provided in the current Gamefound preview. Do not promise the same 90-minute game length for a full five-player table.
Board&Dice says content from previous official releases, including characters and promos, is included in the main Big Box, subject to final component confirmation at launch.
€99 Big Box vs €169 All-In: pledge comparison
The publisher verified the two major reward prices in its 21 October 2026 campaign update. On 26 October, it confirmed a detailed breakdown posted by a follower. These are pre-launch planned prices, not the final tax-and-shipping total.
| Reward | Price | Included content |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Master Set Big Box | €99 | Marco Polo I, Marco Polo II, Agents of Venice, fifth-player modules for both, official legacy content, solo modes |
| New modules + metal coins add-on | €39 | Additional gameplay modules that create new routes to victory, bundled with metal coins |
| Neoprene mats add-on | €59 | Premium play surfaces for the deluxe games |
| All-In bundle | €169 | Big Box + new modules and coins + neoprene mats |
Buying the Big Box plus both separate add-ons would cost €197 before shipping and taxes, compared with €169 for All-In—a €28 preview-price difference. The big box alone is the more economical choice for players who want all core game rules but don’t need premium materials or the new optional modules.
New modules and metal coins: are they optional?
The €39 add-on pairs new gameplay modules with metal coins. Board&Dice confirmed on 29 October that these will be bundled together rather than offered separately in this initial reward structure. This is important for existing owners who want only the new gameplay content.
The publisher describes these modules as new paths to victory, but their individual rules and scoring mechanisms were still to be revealed in the reviewed materials. Avoid confusing these new add-ons with Agents of Venice, which is already included in the €99 Big Box.
The choice is about added variability and collector upgrades, not buying content needed to play the two base games. The main pledge already contains a complete deluxe collection of previously published official content.
Can existing owners buy an upgrade pack?
One recurring question is whether people who own both original games can obtain just the refreshed components, solo rules and promos. In a 8 November 2026 creator comment, Board&Dice said an upgrade package consisting of solo mode, promos and an empty Big Box would not be possible because the artwork and presentation of new content were made for the Deluxe Edition.
The publisher also confirmed in October that the two games share components and will not be sold individually as separate deluxe pledges in this current Big Box offering. That may disappoint players who only want to replace one original game.
If you already own both games, assess whether solo, fifth-player modules and the presentation justify paying €99 again. There is no reason to claim that the Deluxe reprint makes your original editions unplayable.
Languages, shipping and production questions
At the time of this review, the final set of campaign languages has not been confirmed. On 26 October Board&Dice told potential Spanish-language backers it was still working on translations and would reveal editions near launch.
The campaign product appears in English on preview databases, but that does not establish every physical translation option. Buyers who need Italian should wait for the publisher’s finalized Gamefound language selector before pledging.
Likewise, country-specific shipping charges, VAT collection, customs handling and delivery months need to be read from the live campaign. The publisher confirmed shipping to Argentina under its rest-of-world category, illustrating that destinations may have different terms. Campaign prices should not be described as final delivered prices.
Who should buy Marco Polo Deluxe Master Set?
New to both games: the €99 Big Box is a straightforward way to acquire two influential dice-placement euros plus Agents of Venice, official legacy extras, solo and fifth-player support. It is probably the most defensible pledge if you value gameplay over upgraded materials.
Own one but not the other: compare secondhand pricing and the total cost of the combined Deluxe box. Since Board&Dice isn’t planning a one-game deluxe pledge, you’re paying for both regardless.
Own both: the premium remaster may be a collector purchase rather than an essential gameplay update. The absence of a separate solo/promos upgrade pack matters.
Want every new module and upgraded material: the €169 All-In combines the €39 and €59 extras with the Big Box at a lower amount than purchasing them separately at the announced prices.
Marco Polo Deluxe Master Set FAQ
What games are in the Deluxe Master Set?
The Voyages of Marco Polo, Marco Polo II: In the Service of the Khan and Agents of Venice, plus previously released official extras and new solo/fifth-player additions.
Can I play Marco Polo II on its own?
Yes. It is a standalone successor, not an expansion for the first Marco Polo.
Does Agents of Venice work with Marco Polo II?
It was designed for the original Voyages of Marco Polo. Do not assume compatibility with the sequel.
How many people can play the Deluxe set?
Up to five, using the included fifth-player modules for both games. Solo support is also planned.
Is there a solo bot?
Yes. Board&Dice confirmed a bot in October 2026, but final solo designers and rules remain pending launch.
How much is the Big Box?
€99 at the publisher’s October 2026 advertised crowdfunding price, before shipping and taxes.
How much is All-In?
€169, combining the Big Box, new modules, metal coins and neoprene mats.
Are the new modules included in the €99 Big Box?
No. The creator confirmed a separate €39 module-and-metal-coins add-on. All-In includes it.
Can I buy Marco Polo I or II Deluxe individually?
Board&Dice’s October comments say the games are supplied together and share components, so no one-game deluxe pledge is planned.
Is there an upgrade kit for existing owners?
The publisher said an upgrade-only kit with solo/promos and an empty box would not be possible due to the new art integration.
When does Gamefound launch?
Board&Dice confirms the first half of November 2026. Independent trackers report 11 November, while one preview reports 12 November; check the live project countdown.
When is the release date?
There is no verified backer delivery month or retail launch date in the official pre-launch information reviewed on 9 November 2026.
Sources, corrections and editorial standards
Official creator sources: Marco Polo Deluxe Master Set Gamefound preview; Board&Dice, 21 October 2026, announced prices; 12 October development diary; creator replies 26 and 29 October and 8 November 2026 on modules, solo, upgrades, translations and individual boxes.
Contemporary date cross-checks: MyNextPledge 8 November weekly calendar; Backseat Gamer 8 November 2026; NadinMacht 8 November roundup.
Editorial review date: 9 November 2026. This is a researched pre-launch comparison, not a playtest of a final deluxe production set. Unconfirmed launch-day details and shipping terms are labelled as such. The header illustration is original and is not the publisher’s cover art. Editorial policy and corrections.