# Space Crusade

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1990
- **BGG Rating**: 7.1
- **BGG Rank**: #1822
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 120 min
- **Weight**: 2.30 / 5
- **Designers**: Stephen Baker
- **Artists**: David Sque, Jim Burns, Manhar Chauhan
- **Publishers**: Milton Bradley, Games Workshop Ltd., Hasbro, MB Giochi, MB Juegos, MB peli, MB Spellen, MB Spiele, Oy Lollipop Ab
- **Categories**: Miniatures, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Chit-Pull System, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Modular Board, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Simulation, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love miniatures and cooperative missions, Space Crusade offers tactical fun in a sci‑fi setting.Detailed miniaturesVaried missionsModular boardStrategic cooperationLong playtimeLearning curveOne player as alien antagonistRECOMMENDED

## Description
Space Crusade is the collaboration between Milton Bradley UK and Games Workshop, blending Heroquest's RPG flavor with the grim future of Warhammer 40,000. In each game one player becomes the "Alien Player" controlling the alien forces, while the others command up to three Space Marine commanders, the "Marine Players". Objectives change from mission to mission, as outlined in the Mission Manual, which tells how to assemble the modular board, where to place Docking Boards, and which Blip and reinforcement tokens to use. The game leans on classic mechanics: dice rolling for combat resolution, grid movement for positioning miniatures, and a chit‑pull system that introduces random events. Each mission works as a standalone scenario but can be linked into larger campaigns, giving a narrative arc. The modular board ensures a fresh layout every time, and variable player powers give each commander a distinct feel. With a BGG weight of 2.3 the rules are light, yet tactical planning and good teamwork among Marine Players are essential to defeat the alien army run by a single opponent. A typical 2‑hour playtime suits those who want a solid tactical miniatures experience without drowning in complexity. Overall, Space Crusade offers a cooperative miniatures game with wargame depth, perfect for fans of sci‑fi, detailed figures, and challenging missions.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
2 to 4 players, with one controlling the aliens and the others the Space Marines.

### How long does a game last?
Around 120 minutes on average, depending on the chosen mission.

### What is the complexity level?
Low to moderate (BGG weight 2.3), easy to learn but with tactical depth.

### What components are included?
Miniatures of Space Marines and aliens, modular boards, Blip tokens, reinforcement tokens, dice and mission cards.

### Do I need to paint the miniatures?
No, the figures come pre‑painted, though you can customize them if you wish.

### Who is the game best for?
Fans of miniatures, light wargames and sci‑fi who enjoy cooperative play or a single antagonist challenge.