Star Cruiser (1987)

About this game

Star Cruiser is a game of starship combat in the 24th century. It can be used as an addition to GDW's RPG Traveller: 2300 or as a stand alone boardgame. The game includes 180 counters representing battleships, fighters, remote sensor objects, and missiles. The rules cover detection, active and passive sensors, radiated and reflected signatures, masking, target aspect, fire combat, screens, armor, and damage control. A complete guide to starship construction is included.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.8/5 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.