Ultimatum

Published 1985

Players battle for the Western, Communist, Neutralist and Oil Alliances to control the world in this world domination game set in the not-too-distant future. Players collect money purchase troops and special action cards, even laser space stations and attempt to oust each other from crucial strategic locations on the board. A game with an obvious lineage from Risk and other low complexity world domination games.

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Players
3-6 Players
Time
3 hours
Weight
Medium — 2.67/5
Year
1985
BGG Rating
5.80
BGG Rank
#22880
Min Age
14+

Frequently Asked Questions

Ultimatum supports 3 to 6 players.
A typical game of Ultimatum takes about 180 minutes.
Ultimatum has a complexity rating of 2.67/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Ultimatum is 14+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
Ultimatum has a rating of 5.80/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 75 ratings. It is ranked #22880 overall.
Ultimatum was designed by Fred Bates. It was published in 1985.