Cold War: CIA vs KGB

Published 2007

World War II has left the world in upheaval, and many nations' futures are filled with uncertainty. The USA and the USSR are the only Superpowers who can lead the world toward a better future. Cold War: CIA vs. KGB puts you in charge of a spy network during the post-war era. Your purpose: to "persuade" foreign governments to embrace the "proper" ideology, by any means necessary. Manipulate local factions of influence to get your coup d'etat up and running. Double-cross and eliminate your opponent's leaders. Gain prestige for your side by winning the Space Race, dominating the Olympic Games, or ensuring that one of your countrymen wins the Nobel Peace Prize. In this decades-long conflict, victory will go to the side with the resources, conviction, and commitment necessary to ensure that their world view shapes the future. Online play Jeux sur un Plateau (turn-based)

Mechanics

Area Control / Area Influence Area Majority / Influence Betting and Bluffing Press Your Luck Push Your Luck Secret Unit Deployment Simultaneous Action Selection

Categories

Bluffing Card Game Modern Warfare Political Spies/Secret Agents

Designers

David Rakoto Sébastien Gigaudaut

Publishers

Edge Entertainment Fantasy Flight Games Galakta Hobby World Pro Ludo PS-Games Ubik
Cold War: CIA vs KGB

Game Info

Players
2 Players
Time
30-60 min
Weight
Light-Medium — 1.85/5
Year
2007
BGG Rating
6.63
BGG Rank
#2202
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Cold War: CIA vs KGB is designed for exactly 2 players. The community rates it best at 2 players.
A game of Cold War: CIA vs KGB takes between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on player count and experience.
Cold War: CIA vs KGB has a complexity rating of 1.85/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Cold War: CIA vs KGB is 12+.
Cold War: CIA vs KGB has a rating of 6.63/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 4,235 ratings. It is ranked #2202 overall.
Cold War: CIA vs KGB was designed by David Rakoto, Sébastien Gigaudaut. It was published in 2007.