Blueshift (2018)

About this game

Blueshift is the epic sci-fi strategy game for 2-6 players in which players compete to conquer the galaxy! Every turn, players seek to expand their empire by exploring the depths of space, building up their fleet, conquering new worlds, and engaging in combat with other players. Players have six species to choose from, each with their own unique strengths to help them on the path to victory. Because there are dozens of potential planets and layouts to play with, each game is guaranteed to be unique, providing a high degree of replayability.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 6.
• Rules load. At 2.7/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 13 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.