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The Great Game: Rival Empires in Central Asia 1837-1886

2
14+
2-4 hrs
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John Gorkowski

Theme
Historical
Real World
Audience
Gamer
Play mode
Competitive
Format
Wargame

Description

3.6

Step into the boots of a 19th-century imperial spymaster in this tense two-player wargame of diplomatic maneuvering and colonial conquest. You'll send officers and troops across a point-to-point map of Central Asia, wooing vassal states like Afghanistan and Bokhara through diplomacy or force. The clever twist: vassals prefer the empire farthest from them, creating a delightful game of move and countermove. Perfect for history buffs and fans of strategic tug-of-war games.

Mechanics:Storytelling & Narrative

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