How many players is Starfire?

Starfire plays with 2–3 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Starfire take to play?

A game of Starfire takes 30–120 min, at medium complexity (2.7/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Starfire any good?

Starfire rates 6.9/10 from 297 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a science fiction / space exploration game built around action points, hexagon grid, modular board.

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Starfire (1979)

2–3 players · 30–120 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.9 on BGG

Players: 2–3
Play time: 30–120 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 6.9/10

Best for 2–3 players aged 10+ who like science fiction games — medium complexity, plays in 30–120 min.

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About Starfire

Ship-to-ship space combat wargame set in the far future.

Science Fiction Space Exploration Wargame

Mechanics: Action Points, Hexagon Grid, Modular Board, Simulation, Variable Player Powers · Designer: Stephen V. Cole

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Starfire FAQ

How many players is Starfire?: Starfire plays with 2–3 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Starfire take to play?: A game of Starfire takes 30–120 min, at medium complexity (2.7/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Starfire any good?: Starfire rates 6.9/10 from 297 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a science fiction / space exploration game built around action points, hexagon grid, modular board.