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Origins of World War II (1971)

2–5 players · 60 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.0 on BGG

Players
2–5
Play time
60 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.0/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 12+ who like negotiation games — medium-light complexity, plays in 60 min.

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About Origins of World War II

Negotiate with the other players to achieve your list of national objectives.

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Mechanics: Alliances, Area Majority / Influence, Auction/Bidding, Dice Rolling, Negotiation, Ratio / Combat Results Table · Designer: Jim Dunnigan, Thomas N. Shaw

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P

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Origins of World War II FAQ

How many players is Origins of World War II?
Origins of World War II plays with 2–5 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Origins of World War II take to play?
A game of Origins of World War II takes 60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Origins of World War II any good?
Origins of World War II rates 6.0/10 from 427 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a negotiation / political game built around alliances, area majority / influence, auction/bidding.