Star Cartel

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Number of players: 3-6Ages: 14+Play time: 30-45 minutesComponents: Cartel Board, 90 Contraband cards, 27 Ship cards, 5 Contraband tokens
Star Cartel is a space trading game of making the right bets at the right time. Players take on the role of traders and smugglers, trying to maximise the value of the goods they have stockpiled, while minimising the value of other player’s goods.
Trading goods to the Cartel increases their value on the black market, but you can’t stash what you’ve traded away. Upgrade your ship, stockpile your loot and remember that in space, no-one can hear you scheme.
“Another excellent ‘thinky’ game from [Osprey].” – Geek Girl Authority “Star Cartel is an excellent fun light stock manipulation game. It has easy rules but plenty of depth . . . One of the best I’ve played.” – Game Boy Geek “From aesthetic to gameplay, Star Cartel is exceptional.” – Geeks Under Grace “If you’re looking for a cognitive lark and want to rub some space bucks between your fingers, make room in your smuggler’s hold for Star Cartel.” – Charlie Theel, Miniature Market ..” those who do enjoy price manipulation, quick turns and sabotaging your opponent, Star Cartel could be a good option for you.” – Married with Board Games