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2005
8.2
Board gameEXPANSIONTop 14 BGG

Twilight Struggle

Players
2
Duration
180 min
Complexity
3.8/5
Minimum age
13+

Description

Relive the ideological, political and military conflict of the Cold War! Twilight Struggle is a card war game designed for two players that simulates the political, ideological, and military conflict between the United States and the Soviet Union. Through historical events and points of operation, players compete for global influence. It stands out for its constant tension, its historical fidelity and its enormous strategic depth.

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BGG Rating
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How to play

The game is divided into turns where players play cards that can be activated as historical events or used by operation points to expand influence, carry out coups or advance the space race. The goal is to achieve an automatic victory or lead in points at the end of the Cold War.

Why you might like it

If you are passionate about deep historical games, with meaningful decisions and a masterful integration between theme and mechanics, Twilight Struggle is an essential work.

What to keep in mind

The learning curve is high, the games are long and it only works for two players, which may not fit with casual groups or short sessions.

Mechanics

Action / EventAdvantage TokenArea Majority / InfluenceCampaign / Battle Card DrivenDice RollingEventsHand ManagementSimulationSimultaneous Action SelectionStat Check ResolutionSudden Death EndingTug of WarVariable Player PowersVariable Set-up

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