Race for the Galaxy
Build a galactic civilization in 30 minutes flat
👥 2–4 players⏱ approx. 60 min🪄 Takes some learning12+
À la carte 2008★ 7.6 · BGG #94
Who it's for
Players who love deep strategy in short sessions. Best at 2 players where the meta-reading is sharpest.
Not for you if…
The iconography is notoriously dense. Not for players who struggle with symbol-heavy games.
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Vibe's take
Fast, cerebral, replayable, elegant
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About this game
Fast-paced card game of galactic civilization building. Simultaneously select actions to explore, settle, develop, trade, and produce — reading your opponents' choices is as important as building your own tableau.
Simultaneous actionDeep card playQuick playsHigh replayability
Get it
from $35
By the numbers
Players
Best at 2 playersWorks with 2–4
Duration
30–60 min
Ages 12+
Complexity
3.0 / 5 — MediumBGG Rating
7.6/10
Rank #94
59k ratings
Published
2007
Language
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