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Space Hulk (1989)

2–4 players · 45 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.5 on BGG

Players
2–4
Play time
45 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
7.5/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like fighting games — medium complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Space Hulk

Space Hulk is a light miniatures wargame set in the Warhammer 40K universe. It has a relatively simple rule-set (compared to Warhammer 40K itself) and is known for its fast play and immersive theme (think the movie Aliens). You lay out corridors and rooms that represent a space hulk, a large disabled ship floating in space. The Space Marines wear powerful space battle suits and carry heavy weaponry. The Genestealers (reminiscent of the alien in Alien) are naked, except for th

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Mechanics: Action Points, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Modular Board · Designer: Richard Halliwell

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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Space Hulk FAQ

How many players is Space Hulk?
Space Hulk plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Space Hulk take to play?
A game of Space Hulk takes 45 min, at medium complexity (2.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Space Hulk any good?
Space Hulk rates 7.5/10 from 3,665 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a fighting / miniatures game built around action points, dice rolling, grid movement.