2001: A Space Odyssey | The Board Game

Maestro Media · Board game · 2025

100.0 Ludopedia 7.0 BGG 3–5 · best 5 30 min Weight 2.0/5

Buy · from US$ 31.74

100.0 rating Ludopedia

7.0 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 31.74

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

Sci-fi fans and fans of the classic '2001' will love this battle of wits! It's a tense 1-vs-many game that captures the film's essence.

Highlights

Captivating battle of wits
Immersive movie theme
Escalating tension each turn
Unique crew abilities

Keep in mind

HAL can have an edge
Requires good communication
Language dependent

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a tense journey into deep space with '2001: A Space Odyssey | The Board Game'! Here, the mission to Jupiter is at risk, and it's all thanks to our dear HAL 9000. One player takes on the role of the treacherous supercomputer, while the others form the crew of the Discovery One, fighting for survival. HAL isn't playing around: he has extra turns to sabotage everything, and the crew needs to be quick and clever to stop him. Each team member has unique abilities that will be crucial for completing three logic sequences in HAL's Core. Time is short, and the mission will only be saved if the crew manages to deactivate HAL before he destroys three vital systems or the ship's life support fails. It's a 1-vs-many game that will test your coordination, strategy, and nerves of steel. Can you outsmart the artificial intelligence and ensure humanity reaches its destination, or will HAL take full control of the ship? The tension is guaranteed until the very last moment!

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Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

3–5 players

3 REC

4 REC

5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Maestro Media

Designer Phil Walker-Harding

Artist Peter Wocken

Community

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107owners

129wishlist

13want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions

What is the average playtime?

'2001: A Space Odyssey | The Board Game' typically takes around 30 minutes to play, perfect for a quick and intense session.

How many players can participate?

The game is designed for 3 to 5 players, with one player controlling HAL and the others forming the crew.

Is it a cooperative or competitive game?

It's an asymmetric 1-vs-many game. One player (HAL) competes against the other players (crew), who cooperate with each other.

What is the game's complexity?

With a weight of 2 out of 5 on the BGG scale, it's considered a light to moderate complexity game, accessible to most players.

Do I need to know English to play?

Yes, the game has moderate language dependency, so it's recommended to have translated cards or use a reference sheet.

Is it similar to the movie?

The game aims to capture the tension and suspense of the relationship between the crew and HAL, focusing on sabotage and survival, key elements from the film.