Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
War game and sci-fi fans will love the mix of strategy and luck in Battleship Galaxies.
Highlights
- Detailed and immersive miniatures
- Dynamic combat with special dice
- Varied scenarios and replayability
Keep in mind
- Initial setup can be time-consuming
- Moderate language dependency
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Battleship Galaxies is an exciting space combat experience that takes the classic Battleship game into outer space. Here, you command a fleet of detailed miniatures representing either the human Intergalactic Space Navy or the alien Wretcheridians. Each ship has unique abilities, defined on reference cards, including weapons, shields, and movement capabilities. The game is scenario-driven, with each scenario offering specific objectives and different initial setups. During your turn, you spend energy points to move your ships, attack enemies, or perform other actions. Combat is resolved by rolling special dice: a d10 with letters and a d8 with numbers. The resulting combination is compared to the target ship’s card to determine whether it’s a critical hit, a failure, or something in between. Damage is marked with colored pegs on the miniature bases, adding a visual touch to the confrontation. With mechanics like action points, area movement, and variable player powers, Battleship Galaxies offers a mix of strategy and luck that will appeal to both war game fans and science fiction enthusiasts.
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Best player count
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2
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3
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4
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Hasbro, Wizards of the Coast
Designer
Colby Dauch, Craig Van Ness, Dustin DePenning, Jerry Hawthorne
Artist
JJ Ariosa, Rachel Lang
Community
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2,733owners
435wishlist
73want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.
How long does a game last?
About 70 minutes.
Is the game complex?
It has a medium weight (2.39/5), ideal for intermediate players.
Does it need translation?
Yes, there is moderate language dependency. Translated cards or sheets are helpful.
Who is it recommended for?
Fans of war games, sci-fi, and miniatures.
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