Crude
The Oil Game
A board game by James J. St. Laurent
Only a small amount of text on components is needed during play.
2-4 Players 90 minutes Medium
Dice Rolling, Square Grid, Victory Points as a Resource, Tile Placement, End Game Bonuses, Simulation, Income, Random Production, Events, Market, Commodity Speculation
Economic, Industry / Manufacturing
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Description
In Crude: The Oil Game, you'll take on the role of an oil company CEO, aiming to build a multi-national energy empire. You'll set up facilities for drilling, pumping, and refining oil, and sell gasoline to consumers, all represented by plastic pieces on the board. The game also involves speculating on oil and gasoline prices in domestic and foreign markets, adding a thrilling layer of strategy. As you navigate the changing economic climate and respond to world news events, you'll need to keep a long-term view of the global energy markets. With its unique blend of economic simulation and strategic gameplay, Crude: The Oil Game is a classic that's easy to learn but challenging to master. First published in 1974, this game has stood the test of time, and its return to print has been highly anticipated by fans of economic and industry-themed games.
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