5.3
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Ludopedia
5.6
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BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
For those who enjoy a tense tactical duel with miniatures and a sci-fi horror theme, Sedition Wars is a great pick! It's fast-paced, bloody, and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Highlights
- Intense tactical combat
- High-quality miniatures
- Agile rules system
- Immersive horror theme
Keep in mind
- Two-player only game
- Dice luck dependency
- Can be gory
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a tactical miniatures game that throws you headfirst into a fight for survival! In Sedition Wars: Battle for Alabaster, you and a friend will either command the brave Vanguard or the terrifying Strain in a bloody, claustrophobic struggle. Forget calm moments; the atmosphere here is pure terror and urgency, where every dice roll can mean the difference between life and death.
The game shines with its innovative one-roll dice resolution system and reactive combat that keeps everyone glued to their seats, always on alert. With each turn, the tension escalates with infection and mutation mechanics that make the experience even more unique and unpredictable. It's a feast for those who appreciate high-quality miniatures, with incredible sculpts that bring this sci-fi horror setting to life. The folks at Studio McVey really outdid themselves with the pieces, and Cool Mini Or Not delivered a gameplay experience that promises to be revolutionary, blending frenetic action with deep tactical decisions.
Sedition Wars is easy to learn, making it accessible even for newcomers to the hobby, but don't be fooled: the tactical depth and thematic immersion will hook even the most seasoned veterans. Prepare for an intense and direct battle where strategy is key to surviving the nightmare on Alabaster. It's an epic duel that combines the best of board games with the visual and tactical appeal of miniatures.
The game shines with its innovative one-roll dice resolution system and reactive combat that keeps everyone glued to their seats, always on alert. With each turn, the tension escalates with infection and mutation mechanics that make the experience even more unique and unpredictable. It's a feast for those who appreciate high-quality miniatures, with incredible sculpts that bring this sci-fi horror setting to life. The folks at Studio McVey really outdid themselves with the pieces, and Cool Mini Or Not delivered a gameplay experience that promises to be revolutionary, blending frenetic action with deep tactical decisions.
Sedition Wars is easy to learn, making it accessible even for newcomers to the hobby, but don't be fooled: the tactical depth and thematic immersion will hook even the most seasoned veterans. Prepare for an intense and direct battle where strategy is key to surviving the nightmare on Alabaster. It's an epic duel that combines the best of board games with the visual and tactical appeal of miniatures.
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Rules videos
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In English
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Sedition Wars: BFA — Gameplay Video
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Sedition Wars Rules
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Battle Field Autopsy: Sedition Wars
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Sedition Wars: Battle for Alabaster Kickstarter video
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Sedition Wars Miniatures
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Sedition Wars Breach Gameplay Turns 1 & 2
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Sedition Wars Breach Setup
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Sedition Wars Painting DVD - 00 Intro
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Sedition Wars Painting DVD - 02 Samaritan
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Sedition Wars Painting DVD - 06 Brimstone
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Sedition Wars Campaign – Mission 1 “Outbreak” Full Playthrough (Rules Help Needed)
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Sedition Wars Painting DVD - 01 Preparation
Best player count
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Cool Mini Or Not
Designer
Julian Glover, Mike McVey, Rob Baxter
Artist
David Kidd, Mike McVey
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate in a game?
Sedition Wars: Battle for Alabaster is an exclusively two-player game.
What is the average playtime?
A game typically lasts around 60 minutes, getting straight to the action.
Is the game complex to learn?
No, the game is considered easy to learn, featuring an innovative dice resolution system that speeds up gameplay.
Do I need to know English to play?
The game has low language dependency, with easily memorizable text, but having a player who understands the rules is helpful.
What comes in the box?
The game includes detailed miniatures, a modular board, and components for the tactical combat experience.
Is this game more focused on strategy or luck?
It blends both! There's significant strategy in the tactical decisions, but dice rolling introduces an element of luck and unpredictability.
Who do you recommend this game for?
We recommend it for fans of tactical miniatures games who enjoy sci-fi horror themes and don't mind a game focused on two-player duels.
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