Interstellar Wars (1982)

About this game

[From the back cover...] "INTERSTELLAR WARS" is a science fiction wargame that portrays the conflict between two powerful futuristic empires and the players fight for control of star systems in a fast moving and often bloody contest. The combat system encourages the use of light forces to screen the main battle fleets before committing them to full scale battle. There are three scenarios that gradually build up the complexity of the game and the rules cover re-fueling capacity of star systems, tactical options, commander bonuses and the 'Pirates of Hamrinon'! The game is suitable for beginners to the hobby of board wargaming the rules being easy to learn and containing numerous examples of play.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.5/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.