Defcon 1
Defcon 1
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"DEFCON 1" immerses players in the high-stakes geopolitical tension of the Cold War era, spanning from 1950 to 1990. Presented by Boarding School Games, this historical and political wargame unfolds on a stunning 90 x 60 cm board, offering a dynamic gameplay experience that adapts to the number of players, from intense two-player confrontations to a complex five-player game with secret objectives. Players command one of five distinct blocs—three major ones including the Atlantic Alliance, the Warsaw Pact, and the Non-Aligned Movement, alongside two minor blocs, France and China. Each bloc boasts unique strengths, weaknesses, technological trees, mission cards, objective cards, and a scalable unit pool, ensuring a deeply asymmetrical gameplay.
With the game progressing through five phases—Initialization, R&D, Political, Production, Atomic, and Warfare—the tension escalates as the DEFCON level shifts from 5 to 1 based on player actions, unlocking new strategic possibilities like nuclear armament. Suitable for players aged 14 and up, "DEFCON 1" promises a gripping session of over 90 minutes for 2-5 players, combining strategic depth with historical immersion.
- Cold War-era strategic board game with asymmetrical gameplay
- Dynamic experience adapts from 2 to 5 players, offering various gameplay modes
- Manage major and minor blocs, each with unique capabilities and strategic paths
- Engage in multifaceted gameplay across five distinct phases
- Contains a rich array of components for an immersive experience
- Available at Boarding School Games