How many players is Isolation?

Isolation plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.

How long does Isolation take to play?

A game of Isolation takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Isolation any good?

Isolation rates 5.7/10 from 220 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / maze game built around grid movement, map reduction.

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Isolation (1972)

2 players · 20 min · age 8+ · ★ 5.7 on BGG

Players: 2
Play time: 20 min
Age: 8+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 5.7/10

Best for 2 players aged 8+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 20 min.

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Capture your opponent's piece by removing the board around it piece by piece.

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Abstract Strategy Maze

Mechanics: Grid Movement, Map Reduction · Designer: Bernd Kienitz

Players: 2P

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Isolation FAQ

How many players is Isolation?: Isolation plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.
How long does Isolation take to play?: A game of Isolation takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Isolation any good?: Isolation rates 5.7/10 from 220 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / maze game built around grid movement, map reduction.