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Red Empire (1990)

3–6 players · 90 min · age 10+ · ★ 5.9 on BGG

Players
3–6
Play time
90 min
Age
10+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
5.9/10

Best for 3–6 players aged 10+ who like card games — medium-light complexity, plays in 90 min.

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About Red Empire

Each player is given a different assortment of cards representing leaders and other important figures in the Soviet Union. As various catastrophes arise, players must cooperate to prevent the Union from collapsing even though they are constantly competing with each other in efforts to maneuver one of their own characters into the role of president. This combination of competition and cooperation makes for an interesting game full of player interaction.

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Mechanics: Card Drafting · Designer: Frank Chadwick

Players: 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P

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Red Empire FAQ

How many players is Red Empire?
Red Empire plays with 3–6 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Red Empire take to play?
A game of Red Empire takes 90 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Red Empire any good?
Red Empire rates 5.9/10 from 209 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / humor game built around card drafting.