# Moonrakers

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 7.7
- **BGG Rank**: #792
- **Players**: 1-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 60-120 min
- **Weight**: 2.47 / 5
- **Designers**: Austin Harrison, Max Anderson, Zac Dixon
- **Artists**: Lunar Saloon
- **Publishers**: IV Studio
- **Categories**: Card Game, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Action Points, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Dice Rolling, Hand Management, Negotiation, Open Drafting, Trading

## Verdict
Great for fans of strategy, negotiation, and dynamic decks.Fun deck buildingStrategic negotiationReal‑time actionUnstable alliancesLong playtimeRECOMMENDED

## Description
Moonrakers is a ship‑building and negotiation game set in a space‑faring future. You and the other players start as lone mercenaries, but each round the scenario changes: you must pick contracts, negotiate with allies, and build an action deck that includes thrusters, shields, weapons, reactors, and crew. Each contract has specific requirements and, if you meet them, you earn prestige and credits, but you may also face hazards that reduce your victory points. The action‑point mechanic limits how many cards you can play per turn, while deck building lets you improve your collection over the game. Negotiation is crucial: you must convince allies to accept your terms, but if the offer isn’t good enough they may betray you. The game blends dice rolling to determine hazard outcomes, hand management to choose the right cards, and open drafting to pick contract cards. With 1‑5 players and 60‑120 minutes of playtime, Moonrakers offers a deep strategic and social experience, with temporary alliances that shift each round. The game demands attention to resource management and reading other players’ intentions, but rewards those who master the art of negotiation and deck construction.

## FAQ
### How long does a typical game last?
About 60 to 120 minutes, depending on player count and experience.

### How many players can play?
1 to 5 players.

### Is the game suitable for beginners?
It has a moderate learning curve; players familiar with deck building and negotiation will feel more comfortable.

### What components does the game include?
Action cards, contracts, resource tokens, dice, and ship pieces.

### Who is the target audience?
Fans of science fiction who enjoy complex strategies, negotiations, and deck building.

### Are there language requirements?
The game is released in English; translated versions may be needed for non‑English speakers.

### Are there expansions available?
As of now, no official expansions exist, but the community can create custom content.

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