Eclipse: Second Dawn for the Galaxy
Build a galactic empire through exploration, tech, and conquest
👥 2–6 players⏱ approx. 200 min🪄 Takes some learning12+
★ 8.0 · BGG #23
Who it's for
Groups of 3-4 who want an epic space civilization experience without Twilight Imperium's time commitment.
Not for you if…
Not for players who dislike long games, heavy rules, or direct military conflict.
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Vibe's take
Grand, immersive, strategic, sweeping
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About this game
Epic 4X space opera where players explore star systems, research technology, build fleets, and wage interstellar war. Streamlined second edition keeps the grand scope while cutting downtime with simultaneous action selection.
4X space gameModular boardDeep strategyFleet combat
Get it
from $248
By the numbers
Players
Best at 4, 6 playersWorks with 2–6
Duration
60–200 min
Ages 12+
Complexity
3.7 / 5 — HeavyBGG Rating
8.0/10
Rank #23
18k ratings
Published
2020
Language
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