How many players is Merchant of Venus?

Merchant of Venus plays with 1–6 players, ages 12 and up.

How long does Merchant of Venus take to play?

A game of Merchant of Venus takes 180 min, at medium complexity (2.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Merchant of Venus any good?

Merchant of Venus rates 7.1/10 from 2,657 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / exploration game built around commodity speculation, dice rolling, movement points.

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Merchant of Venus (1988)

1–6 players · 180 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.1 on BGG

Players: 1–6
Play time: 180 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 7.1/10

Best for 1–6 players aged 12+ who like economic games — medium complexity, plays in 180 min.

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About Merchant of Venus

Turn the biggest profit as you deliver goods across a mysterious star cluster.

Economic Exploration Science Fiction Space Exploration Transportation

Mechanics: Commodity Speculation, Dice Rolling, Movement Points, Pick-up and Deliver, Point to Point Movement, Roll / Spin and Move · Designer: Richard Hamblen

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Merchant of Venus FAQ

How many players is Merchant of Venus?: Merchant of Venus plays with 1–6 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Merchant of Venus take to play?: A game of Merchant of Venus takes 180 min, at medium complexity (2.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Merchant of Venus any good?: Merchant of Venus rates 7.1/10 from 2,657 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a economic / exploration game built around commodity speculation, dice rolling, movement points.