How many players is The Succession Wars?

The Succession Wars plays with 2–5 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does The Succession Wars take to play?

A game of The Succession Wars takes 240 min, at medium complexity (3.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is The Succession Wars any good?

The Succession Wars rates 6.3/10 from 245 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a science fiction / wargame game built around dice rolling.

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The Succession Wars (1987)

2–5 players · 240 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.3 on BGG

Players: 2–5
Play time: 240 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium
BGG rating: 6.3/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 10+ who like science fiction games — medium complexity, plays in 240 min.

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About The Succession Wars

Grand strategic game set in the BattleTech universe.

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Science Fiction Wargame

Mechanics: Dice Rolling · Designer: L. Ross Babcock

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P

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The Succession Wars FAQ

How many players is The Succession Wars?: The Succession Wars plays with 2–5 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does The Succession Wars take to play?: A game of The Succession Wars takes 240 min, at medium complexity (3.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is The Succession Wars any good?: The Succession Wars rates 6.3/10 from 245 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a science fiction / wargame game built around dice rolling.