13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis
2016
Design4.2/10
Interaction9.0/10
Artistry5.0/10
Strategy6.8/10
Complexity4.5/10

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What kind of game is 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis?

13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis balances system and theme, giving you focused mechanics while still delivering a clear sense of meaning.

How interactive is 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis?

13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis features meaningful player interaction, with decisions that regularly affect the rest of the table. Competition, and table awareness are important throughout the game.

What is the presentation of 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis like?

13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis has a polished look that supports gameplay without overpowering it. Expect a pleasant table presence with artwork that complements the game flow.

How strategic is 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis?

13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis sits in a middle lane where planning matters, but you can still adapt on the fly. It offers strategic decisions without demanding exhaustive optimization every turn.

How hard is 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis to learn?

13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis has moderate complexity, combining approachable core rules with enough depth to stay interesting. Most groups can learn it in a session and grow into stronger play over time.

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13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis

Cold War brinkmanship: Play cards, gain influence, and avoid nuclear war in 13 days.
2016 • 2–2
Average rating
4.01
Players
2–2
Avg time
45 min
Age
10+

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Overview

13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis puts two players in the tense roles of the US and Soviet Union leadership during the height of the Cold War. Through careful hand management and strategic card play, you'll vie for influence across different areas of the world, represented by strategic regions on the board. Successfully maneuvering your forces and escalating tensions are key to achieving your political goals.

The core gameplay revolves around playing event cards to shift influence, trigger crises, and ultimately force your opponent into a position where they're more likely to trigger nuclear war. The game features a unique campaign/battle card system that drives the narrative and challenges players to balance short-term gains with long-term stability, capturing the delicate balance of power that defined this pivotal moment in history. Bluffing and calculated risks are paramount to ensuring your side emerges as the victor of this dangerous standoff.

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https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/177590/13-days-cuban-missile-crisis
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