Federation Commander

Academy

A game by Stephen V. Cole

2 - 4 Players 45 minutes Medium

Action Points, Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Simultaneous Action Selection

Movies / TV / Radio theme, Science Fiction, Wargame

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Federation Commander: Academy is a great way to dive into the world of Federation Commander, a science fiction themed board game that's perfect for fans of movies, TV, and radio shows set in space. Designed by Stephen V. Cole and published in 2007, this game is easy to learn and plays quickly, with most games lasting around 45 minutes. With a normal level of complexity, it's a great introduction to the series and the world of wargames, and experienced board game players will have no trouble picking it up. In Federation Commander: Academy, 2 to 4 players take on the role of commanders, using action points, dice rolling, and simultaneous action selection to outmaneuver each other on a hexagon grid. The game comes with everything you need to get started, including a complete rulebook, counters, ship cards, a paper map, and a reference card - just add some dice and markers and you're ready to go. As a base game, it's a great starting point, and with expansions like Federation Commander: Graduation available, there's plenty of room to grow and expand your gameplay experience. With its unique blend of strategy and luck, Federation Commander: Academy is a fun and engaging game that's sure to appeal to fans of science fiction and wargames alike.