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Core Space
Cooperative Duo

Core Space

Designed by Wayne Abela, Colin Young

Published by Battle Systems Ltd, Légion Distribution

Moderate Depth: 30 Min Teach

Players

1-6

Community Snapshot

Best with 2
Medium complexity
45–180 min
8.5 on BGG (1.1K)
Some text

Language Editions

EnglishFrench

Categories

Adventure
Explore, discover, and overcome challenges in a narrative-driven experience.
Exploration
Discover new areas, map unknown territory, and uncover surprises.
Fighting
Direct combat between players or factions — tactical battles and confrontation.
Miniatures
Features detailed miniature figures — often with painting and tactical positioning.
Science Fiction
Futuristic settings — space travel, alien worlds, advanced technology.

How It Plays

Action Points

You get a limited number of action points each turn and choose how to spend them — prioritizing is everything.

Cooperative Game

Everyone works together against the game itself — you win or lose as a team, so get ready to strategize together!

Dice Rolling

You roll dice to determine outcomes — there's always that thrilling moment of suspense before they land!

Die Icon Resolution

The symbols on the dice tell you exactly what happens next — each face triggers a different effect.

Grid Movement

Pieces move on a grid of squares — straightforward movement that still leaves room for deep tactical thinking.

Measurement Movement

You physically measure distances to move pieces — grab a ruler and get precise with your positioning!

Modular Board

The board is made of separate pieces arranged differently each game — no two setups are ever quite the same.

Role Playing

You take on a character with unique abilities and make choices as them — step into someone else's shoes!

About This Game

Core Space is a science fiction miniatures board game. Each player takes control of a band of Traders trying to make a living in a dangerous galaxy, all the while hunted by the Purge, a semi-sentient race of humanoid machines whose sole task is to harvest worlds. A game of Core Space takes place on a detailed 3D board.…

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Expansions & Related

15 Expansions

Core Space: Deluxe Rulebook

Core Space: Deluxe Rulebook

2019

Core Space: Poseidon Crew

Core Space: Poseidon Crew

2019

Core Space: Purge Reinforcements

Core Space: Purge Reinforcements

2019

Core Space: Shootout at Zed's

Core Space: Shootout at Zed's

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Play Time

45-180 min

Complexity

2.9 / 5

Rating

8.5

Year

2019

Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game

You play through linked missions or scenarios that build on each other — it's like an epic adventure in chapters.

Solo / Solitaire Game

You can play this one all by yourself — perfect for a quiet evening when you want a fun challenge on your own.

Variable Player Powers

Each player has unique abilities that make their experience different — finding the best way to use yours is half the fun.

2019

Core Space: Cygnus Crew

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Core Space: Galactic Corps

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+ 7 more expansions

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