New Cold War

A card-driven geopolitical simulation covering major events from 1989 to 2019. Players command one of four great powers and balance cooperation with their bloc against pursuing national victory as the game shifts from allied confrontation to free-for-all competition. Gameplay centers on playing cards to gain prestige, influence countries and regions, shape media narratives, and project military power. Players also manage UN Security Council vetoes and pursue hidden objectives that guide long-term strategy. Includes scenarios for two to four players and a solitaire mode using automated opponents.

Players: 1–4 best 4
Playing time: 150–180 min
Age: 14+
Complexity: 3.2 / 5

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About the game

Design: Igor Plaza
Andoni Orive
Art: Pablo Bazerque
Publisher: VUCA Simulations

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32
Plays logged: 67
Players: 2h 53m
Average play: 8
In collections: 5
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from 9 Ludoya reviews

Balleflass6.0
It's good if you like TS, but I found the card effects to be a little bit dull and samey. The card effects in TS, 1960, IS etc. is more varied and fun with much more impact.
Jorge Huertas8.0
Jugado a 4 jugadores y en solitario. Muy buenas sensaciones en los dos casos.
Arensivia8.0
Probado en las batallador 23. Un gran juego, con ganas de que se edite.