Forbidden Stars*

Forbidden Stars sets players in the midst of the galactic turmoil surrounding the newly accessible Herakon Cluster. In this strategy game, up to four players command powerful factions, including the Ultramarines, Eldar, Evil Sunz Ork clan, and Chaos Space Marines, each with unique play styles and objectives. The goal is clear: dominate the sector and outmaneuver your opponents in a universe where victory is as coveted as it is hard-fought.

Gameplay Overview

  • Faction Command: Choose from distinct factions like Space Marines and Ork clans, each with unique abilities.
  • Objective Control: Strategically claim and defend key objectives scattered across the Herakon Cluster.
  • Army Building: Amass powerful armies to engage in relentless warfare against your enemies.

Special Features

  • Three-Phase Structure: The game is divided into planning, operations, and refresh phases, balancing bluffing and military tactics.
  • Dynamic Actions: Choose from actions like Dominating, Strategizing, Deploying, and Advancing to outplay your opponents.
  • Strategic Game Board: Players construct the game board, adding a layer of strategic depth from the very start.

Conclusion

Forbidden Stars is a deep and engaging strategy game for players who relish tactical military action, faction-based play, and a rich, thematic setting. Its blend of strategic planning, army building, and dynamic gameplay makes it a compelling choice for fans of strategy and science fiction board games.

Nominated for 3 awards.

  • 2 - 4 Players
  • 120 - 180 Minutes
  • 14+ years old
  • Hard to learn

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Forbidden Stars

  • YouTube Review for the game "Forbidden Stars" by BoardGameGeek
    Video is in English

We like Forbidden Stars so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

Games similar to Forbidden Stars

You like Forbidden Stars and are on the lookout for a similar game? Then we recommend the following board games:
All details for the board game A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (Second Edition) and similar gamesAll details for the board game Eclipse: Rise of the Ancients and similar gamesAll details for the board game Dune and similar gamesAll details for the board game StarCraft: The Board Game and similar gamesAll details for the board game A Game of Thrones: The Board Game (Second Edition) – Mother of Dragons and similar games