Risk

Published 1959

Possibly the most popular, mass market war game. The goal is conquest of the world. Each player's turn consists of: - gaining reinforcements through number of territories held, control of every territory on each continent, and turning sets of bonus cards. - Attacking other players using a simple combat rule of comparing the highest dice rolled for each side. Players may attack as often as desired. If one enemy territory is successfully taken, the player is awarded with a bonus card. - Moving a group of armies to another adjacent territory.

Mechanics

Area Control / Area Influence Area Movement Dice Rolling Partnerships Player Elimination Set Collection

Categories

Negotiation Territory Building Wargame

Designers

Albert Lamorisse Michael I. Levin

Publishers

Alga Barnes & Noble Borras Plana S.A. Carlit Clipper Editrice Giochi El Greco Grow Jogos e Brinquedos Guau Hasbro Inc. Juegos Crone Majora Miro Company Nilco S.A. Palitoy Ltd. Parker Brothers Schmidt Spiele Smeets & Schippers (Unknown) Waddington's Games Winning Moves Games (USA)
Risk

Game Info

Players
2-6 Players
Time
2 hours
Weight
Light-Medium — 2.06/5
Year
1959
BGG Rating
5.61
BGG Rank
#29144
Min Age
10+

Frequently Asked Questions

Risk supports 2 to 6 players. The community rates it best at 4 players.
A typical game of Risk takes about 120 minutes.
Risk has a complexity rating of 2.06/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Risk is 10+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Risk has a rating of 5.61/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 38,402 ratings. It is ranked #29144 overall.
Risk was designed by Albert Lamorisse, Michael I. Levin. It was published in 1959.