- BGG rank
- BGG #2,749
- BGG rating
- 7.4
Dual Powers: Revolution 1917
2018
Rules assistance for Dual Powers: Revolution 1917
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 1–2 players
- 30–60 min
- 13+
- Complexity 2.3/5
For 1 player
Rules assistant for Dual Powers: Revolution 1917
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Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 is a board game released in 2018 for 1–2 players, 30–60 minutes per game, and ages 13 and up. It was designed by Brett Myers and its main mechanics are Hand Management, Area Majority / Influence, and Solo / Solitaire Game.
About the game
In March of 1917, Tsar Nicholas II was forced to abdicate the throne of Russia. In his place, a conservative Provisional Government formed, representing the official authority of the state. Opposed to the newly formed government stood the Petrograd Soviet, an elected council of workers organized by socialist activists. Over the following months, an internal struggle for power and influence would dominate the country and spark a social revolution. In this state of dual power, or dvoevlastie, charismatic and powerful leaders would rise with the tide of public dissatisfaction and change the course of Russian politics forever. In Dual Powers, 1-2 players direct the forces on one side of this struggle through political action, social maneuvering, and military conflict. The player with greater support at the end of the game will shape Russia’s future and either launch or suppress the impending Civil War. —description from the publisher
Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- Raven Distribution
- Reflexshop
- Don't Panic Games
- 2Tomatoes Games
- Thunderworks Games
Questions and answers
Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 supports 1–2 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 Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 is 30–60 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 Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 for ages 13 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.
Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 has a complexity rating of 2.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-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.
Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 belongs to these categories: Wargame, Deduction, and Political. Its main mechanics are Hand Management, Area Majority / Influence, and Solo / Solitaire Game. 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 credited designers of Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 are: Brett Myers. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Dual Powers: Revolution 1917 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.