Space Hulk

A game by Richard Halliwell

2 Players 45 minutes Medium

Action Points, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Modular Board

Fighting, Miniatures, Science Fiction, Wargame

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Description

Space Hulk is a classic sci-fi board game that drops you into the grim darkness of the Warhammer 40K universe. Designed by Richard Halliwell and first published in 1989, this game is all about intense, immersive action. You and your opponent take on the roles of Space Marines and Genestealers, battling it out in a modular, grid-based representation of a space hulk, a massive, disabled ship drifting through space. As the Space Marines, you've got to complete your mission objectives, like retrieving artifacts or escaping alive, all while being hunted by the relentless, deadly Genestealers. With a playtime of just 45 minutes, this game is all about fast-paced, tactical action, with a simple yet engaging ruleset that's easy to learn, even for new players. The game's unique mechanics, like the Space Marines' time limit and the Genestealers' endless numbers, add a layer of tension and excitement to each scenario.