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Reign of King Djoser Timeline Game

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In the game “Reign of King Djoser”, players will experience the challenges and triumphs of ruling ancient Egypt during the time of the legendary pharaoh Djoser. Dive into the rich history of this era as you navigate political intrigue, warfare, and cultural development.

  • Experience the rise of Djoser to power and his ambitious building projects, including the famous Step Pyramid of Saqqara.
  • Navigate through the challenges of maintaining a vast empire and fending off external threats.
  • Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural scene of ancient Egypt, from extravagant festivals to intricate religious ceremonies.

Game Details: a timeline game where you place events in their correct chronological order

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  • c. 2670 BC: Djoser becomes the second pharaoh of the Third Dynasty of Egypt
  • c. 2667 BC: Construction of the Step Pyramid at Saqqara begins
  • c. 2660 BC: Imhotep, the architect of the Step Pyramid, is born
  • c. 2648 BC: Completion of the Step Pyramid at Saqqara
  • c. 2640 BC: Expansion of the complex at Saqqara with the construction of the Southern Tomb
  • c. 2635 BC: Mining expeditions to the Sinai Peninsula for turquoise and copper
  • c. 2630 BC: Construction of the enclosure wall around the Step Pyramid complex
  • c. 2625 BC: Establishment of a centralized government with Djoser as the supreme ruler
  • c. 2620 BC: Building of the Heb Sed court for Djoser's jubilee celebrations
  • c. 2615 BC: Expansion of the complex at Saqqara with the construction of the Heb Sed court and the T-shaped temple
  • c. 2610 BC: Trade expeditions to Punt for myrrh, ebony, and spices
  • c. 2605 BC: Construction of the underground galleries beneath the Step Pyramid
  • c. 2600 BC: Death of Djoser and his burial in the Step Pyramid complex
  • c. 2595 BC: Succession of Djoser by his son Sekhemkhet
  • c. 2590 BC: Construction of the unfinished Step Pyramid at Saqqara by Sekhemkhet
  • c. 2585 BC: Death of Sekhemkhet and the end of his reign
  • c. 2580 BC: Succession of Sekhemkhet by his brother Khaba
  • c. 2575 BC: Construction of the Layer Pyramid at Zawyet el'Aryan by Khaba
  • c. 2570 BC: Death of Khaba and the end of the Third Dynasty
  • c. 2565 BC: Beginning of the Fourth Dynasty with the reign of Sneferu

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