1982 · Economic
Star Trader
Players command fleets of starfaring trade vessels in a 24th-century interstellar economy. Each turn involves moving ships between worlds, buying and selling commodities, and negotiating deals to maximize profits while undercutting rivals. The game supports up to six players and emphasizes route planning, market timing, and competition for lucrative trade opportunities. It can also be integrated with a compatible role‑playing universe for expanded play.
- Players
- 2–6 best 5
- Playing time
- 180 min
- Age
- 12+
- Complexity
- 3.6 / 5
Science FictionTradingCommodity Speculation
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