Freedom in the Galaxy

Published 1979

First published by SPI and obviously inspired by Star Wars. Some of the character names are anagrams of SPI employees. Freedom In The Galaxy is a medium complexity strategic and tactical game of galactic conquest. Can a small band of valiant rebels withstand the oppression of the mighty galactic empire? The map board schematically represents over 30 solar systems. Unit types include armed forces, spaceships, imperial characters and individual rebels. The rebel player must start insurrections on various planets hoping to cause a domino effect and topple the empire's power base. The Imperial player must garrison planets, quash rebellion and conduct diplomatic missions to maintain a high loyalty factor. There are three levels of complexity to the game system. Combat is dice based and cross-referenced on a probability table. The game consists of a map board, 140 character cards, 400 die cut counters, a galactic guide, numerous playing aids and a rulebook.

Mechanics

Action/Event Action Point Allowance System Area Movement Dice Rolling Events Paper-and-Pencil Ratio / Combat Results Table Roles with Asymmetric Information Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game Secret Unit Deployment

Categories

Movies / TV / Radio theme Political Science Fiction Wargame

Designers

Howard Barasch John H. Butterfield

Publishers

Avalon Hill Inc.) SPI (Simulations Publications
Freedom in the Galaxy

Game Info

Players
2 Players
Time
2 hours
Weight
Medium-Heavy — 3.97/5
Year
1979
BGG Rating
6.75
BGG Rank
#5061
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Freedom in the Galaxy is designed for exactly 2 players.
A typical game of Freedom in the Galaxy takes about 120 minutes.
Freedom in the Galaxy has a complexity rating of 3.97/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Heavy' category. It is a complex game best suited for experienced board gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Freedom in the Galaxy is 12+.
Freedom in the Galaxy has a rating of 6.75/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 743 ratings. It is ranked #5061 overall.
Freedom in the Galaxy was designed by Howard Barasch, John H. Butterfield. It was published in 1979.