How many players is Broadside?

Broadside plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 10 and up.

How long does Broadside take to play?

A game of Broadside takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (1.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Broadside any good?

Broadside rates 6.1/10 from 395 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a miniatures / nautical game built around grid movement, point to point movement, secret unit deployment.

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Broadside (1962)

2 players · 45 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.1 on BGG

Players: 2
Play time: 45 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.1/10

Best for 2 players aged 10+ who like miniatures games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Broadside

Fleets of plastic sailing ships battle to control of the seas during the War of 1812.

Miniatures Nautical Wargame

Mechanics: Grid Movement, Point to Point Movement, Secret Unit Deployment, Square Grid, Variable Set-up · Designer: (Uncredited)

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Broadside FAQ

How many players is Broadside?: Broadside plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 10 and up.
How long does Broadside take to play?: A game of Broadside takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (1.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Broadside any good?: Broadside rates 6.1/10 from 395 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a miniatures / nautical game built around grid movement, point to point movement, secret unit deployment.