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Battle for Baghdad

Battle for Baghdad

MCS Group · 2009
3–6120 min12+ yrs2.8/5 complexity6.8 BGG#15.688 BGG169Strategy
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How do you play Battle for Baghdad?

Battle for Baghdad is a unique multi-player game in which players represent different factions vying for control of the governance of Iraq during US occupation.

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Battle for Baghdad box art
official art · MCS Group

Battle for Baghdad is a unique multi-player game in which players represent different factions vying for control of the governance of Iraq during US occupation. The game emphasizes the roles and capabilities of the various factions involved, and demonstrates how asymmetric capabilities can be leveraged to generate favorable outcomes.

The playing surface is constructed from satellite images of the city of Baghdad and each component is carefully researched for authenticity. For three to six players, the board game is of moderate complexity.

Complexity: 3 (1 to 10) Playing Time: 1 to 4 Hours

Components: • 280 Die-cut Counters • 30 Command Cards • 35 Arab Street Cards • 63 Arms Bizaar Cards • Full-Color 22x22 Inch Mounted Map • Two 20-Sided Dice • Six Faction Displays • Rules & Notes Book • Strategy Guide

🔬 game anatomy
Complexity2.8 / 5
BGG rating6.8 / 10
Vibe
Strategy
Language dependence
Moderate text — a crib sheet helps
Play time
120 min
Players
3–6
Recommended age
12+ yrs
BGG rank
#15.688

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Q3How do you play Battle for Baghdad?
Battle for Baghdad is a civil war game, for 3–6 players, taking ~120 minutes, featuring area movement. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Battle for Baghdad — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q4How many players does Battle for Baghdad support?
Battle for Baghdad is played by 3–6 players.
Q5How long does a game of Battle for Baghdad take?
A game of Battle for Baghdad takes about 120 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is Battle for Baghdad for?
Battle for Baghdad is recommended from age 12.
Q7How complex is Battle for Baghdad?
Battle for Baghdad has a BoardGameGeek complexity of 2.8 out of 5.
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