1987
Orion: Combat Near the Speed of Light
2–4 players
240 min
Ages 12+
3.3/5 complexity
0.0/10 rating
About this game
This is a game of combat between ram ships moving at near light speed in the Great Nebula of Orion. Each player commands a fleet or ram ships armed with missiles, X-ray lasers, etc. The primary tenet of the game is Einstein's theory of special relativity and how it affects movement and communications. The game includes 7 scenarios which may last from 1.5 to 8 hours. Also included are advanced rules and notes from the designer on the game mechanics, concept, and how these relate to physics.
What it feels like
Grid Movement
Hexagon Grid
Dice Rolling
Simulation
Movement Points
Science Fiction
Wargame
Space Exploration
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