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Chitin I (1977)

2 players · 30 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.1 on BGG

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

Best for 2 players aged 10+ who like science fiction games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Chitin I

Microgame #2 in the Metagaming Microgames series. From the rulebook... "On a far planet, summer is ending. It is the time of harvest. And across the fields pour the Hymenoptera - intelligent insects with only one goal...more food for the hive. Chitin I is a tactical abstract from Metagaming's Hymenoptera game system. It simulates a battle between two hive cities struggling for greater shares of food - the harvest, or bodies of the enemy! Workers, fliers, basics, and the …

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Science FictionWargame

Mechanics: Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Ratio / Combat Results Table, Three Dimensional Movement · Designer: Howard Thompson

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Chitin I FAQ

How many players is Chitin I?
Chitin I plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 10 and up.
How long does Chitin I take to play?
A game of Chitin I takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (1.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Chitin I any good?
Chitin I rates 6.1/10 from 211 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a science fiction / wargame game built around dice rolling, grid movement, hexagon grid.