Review (5/5): Very pleased with this game!
I just opened up my copy of this game today and gave it a shot after reading over the rules a few times. Although I played solo (which is not suggested in any way since you control at least 6 factions yourself), I found the game to be very enjoyable. I could see where this could easily become a favorite among friends, whether or not we played as teams. Here are a few things to note:
+The box that the game comes in is very well made (Looks great too)
+Great quality for the game board (It is a 6-fold board, by the way)
+Cards are very good quality
+Tons of cubes (90/color; 720 total)
+Excellent mechanics for determining turns for players (In my opinion)
+Multiple tie-breakers
+Low required playtime with regards to it being a strategy game (especially compared to Risk)
+/- Limited Rounds are implemented instead of any particular "end goals" (I personally think this is genius; some people may not prefer it)
Edit:
This game is a hit amongst friends. It's relatively simple to teach (as long as people are paying attention) and flows pretty smoothly. Almost anytime my wife and I go to an event where board games are present this one has been requested almost every time.