2022 · Political
Flashpoint: South China Sea
Two players simulate the geopolitical contest between the United States and China over influence in a disputed maritime region. Play is card-driven, with decks that reflect contemporary events, recent history, and speculative possibilities to shape the strategic environment. Players spend political, economic, and military resources to sway non-player countries, press territorial claims, secure freedom of navigation, and build or defend regional influence. Gameplay emphasizes diplomatic maneuvering, regional alliances, and limited uses of force rather than full-scale war, with victory determined by control of influence and strategic positions.
- Players
- 1–2 best 2
- Playing time
- 30–60 min
- Age
- 13+
- Complexity
- 2.4 / 5
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Full stats in Ludoya- 4
- Plays logged
- 8
- Players
- 43m 48s
- Average play
- 7
- In collections
- 1
- On wishlists
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