Cover art for Dual Powers: Revolution 1917

Dual Powers: Revolution 1917

2018 · BGG
Avg rating
7.41
Bayes rating
6.10
Weight
2.23 (Medium Light)
Players
1-2
Playtime
1 hr
Ratings count
1,037

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Description

In March of 1917, Tsar Nicholas II was forced to abdicate the throne of Russia. In his place, a conservative Provisional Government formed, representing the official authority of the state. Opposed to the newly formed government stood the Petrograd Soviet, an elected council of workers organized by socialist activists.

Over the following months, an internal struggle for power and influence would dominate the country and spark a social revolution. In this state of dual power, or dvoevlastie, charismatic and powerful leaders would rise with the tide of public dissatisfaction and change the course of Russian politics forever.

In Dual Powers, 1-2 players direct the forces on one side of this struggle through political action, social maneuvering, and military conflict. The player with greater support at the end of the game will shape Russia’s future and either launch or suppress the impending Civil War.

—description from the publisher



Mechanics

Area Majority / Influence Campaign / Battle Card Driven Command Cards Hand Management Solo / Solitaire Game Tug of War

Themes

Political

Publishers

2Tomatoes Games Don't Panic Games Raven Distribution Reflexshop Thunderworks Games

Designers

Brett Myers