Starlord
- Designer Tom Dalgliesh , A. Dalgliesh , Ron Gibson , John Gordon , Lance Gutteridge
- Publisher Gamma Two Games
- Illustration Tom Dalgliesh , Grant Dalgliesh , Lance Gutteridge
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Starlord, you control starships in a sci-fi setting, rolling dice to move and battling to capture your opponent's home star. Move ships around orbit spaces, avoid obstacles, and destroy enemy ships by landing on them. Collect various types of cards on planets to build new starships. The game blends Area Movement, Dice Rolling, and Set Collection in a quick 60-minute duel.
Who Is This Game For?
Starlord is designed for two players aged 8 and up and is a medium complexity game. The 60-minute playtime suits game nights where players want a concise, strategic head-to-head without a steep learning curve. Prior experience with tactical board games is helpful but not mandatory.
How It Works
On your turn, you roll two dice and can move one ship per die or only one ship using a single die. Orbit spaces include obstacles you can’t occupy. Landing on an enemy ship’s space destroys it. Hyper-jump spaces let you quickly move between orbits. Planet spaces grant cards which you collect in sets to build new starships and strengthen your fleet.
What Makes It Special
Designed in 1977 by Lance Gutteridge, Tom Dalgliesh and others, Starlord is an early example of two-player sci-fi strategy games combining Area Movement and Set Collection. It belongs to the 'Players: Two-Player Only Games' category and balances luck from dice with tactical planning in a compact format.
Pro
- Compact 60-minute playtime
- Mix of Area Movement, Dice Rolling, and Set Collection
- Pure two-player format for intense duels
- Easy-to-learn rules suitable for younger players
Contra
- Only playable with two players
- No solo mode included
- Relatively simple strategy, limited appeal for experts
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a science fiction universe where two players strategically move starships in orbit zones, competing for control. Its theme and artwork reflect late 1970s sci-fi aesthetics.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus first on moving your ships wisely and collecting cards to build new ships before launching aggressive attacks.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Starlord is designed exclusively for two players.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes, allowing for a concise session.
What prior experience do I need?
Suitable for players aged 8 and up, with no extensive prior experience required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Starlord uniquely combines Area Movement, Dice Rolling, and Set Collection in a compact two-player sci-fi game from 1977.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it’s suitable from 8 years old, but only for two players, which limits family play options.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its core mechanics are the combination of Area Movement, Dice Rolling, and Set Collection.
Fazit
Starlord is recommended for two players seeking a tactical sci-fi duel with simple rules and a short playtime. It may be too light for those looking for deeper strategy games.
