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Monash Games · 1987
Orion: Combat Near the Speed of Light
Rating
8.4
/10
Votes
15
Weight
3.3
/5
Players
2–4
Time
240
min
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Description
This is a game of combat between ram ships moving at near light speed in the Great Nebula of Orion. Each player commands a fleet or ram ships armed with missiles, X-ray lasers, etc. The primary tenet of the game is Einstein's theory of special relativity and how it affects movement and communications. The game includes 7 scenarios which may last from 1.5 to 8 hours. Also included are advanced rules and notes from the designer on the game mechanics, concept, and how these relate to physics.
Categories
Science FictionSpace ExplorationWargame
Mechanics
Dice RollingGrid MovementHexagon GridMovement PointsSimulation
Designers
Alan Sherwood