
- BGG rank
- BGG #191
- BGG rating
- 7.8
Star Wars: Outer Rim
- 1–4 players
- 120–180 min
- Complexity 2.6/5
- 2019

Rules assistance for Battlestar Galactica
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.

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Battlestar Galactica is a board game released in 1978 for 2–4 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 7 and up. Its main mechanics are Pick-up and Deliver.
"Adapted From The Dazzling TV Series On ABC You're a Colonial Viper pilot assigned to capture a disabled Cylon Raider and tow it to the Battlestar Galactica." -from game box Each player must move his ship to the center of the board to pick up the disabled enemy ship and return it to their base. Your opponents will challenge you in battle to gain control. The game has black holes to transport you across the board, force fields to move other players ships and other special abilities to help. "Enjoy fast action, unusual strategy and keen competition in a fun-filled, space-age game!" -from game box
Battlestar Galactica supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Battlestar Galactica is 30 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Battlestar Galactica for ages 7 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Battlestar Galactica has a complexity rating of 1.1 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Battlestar Galactica belongs to these categories: Movies / TV / Radio theme and Science Fiction. Its main mechanics are Pick-up and Deliver. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The catalogue lists Battlestar Galactica as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.