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Eclipse: New Dawn for the Galaxy
Forge a galactic empire through tech, trade, and all-out war
👥 2–6⏱ 60–180 min
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Vibe's take
Grand, competitive, strategic, sprawling
Who it's for
Groups of 3-5 who want a space 4X experience. Consider Second Dawn instead unless you already own this.
Not for you if…
Second Dawn is the better version. Skip if you want streamlined rules or shorter play times.
2–6 players
7.6/10BGG #101(29k ratings)· 2011
About this game
The original galactic 4X euro where players explore, expand, and battle for interstellar dominance. Build your civilization through technology and diplomacy in a leaner, slightly rougher precursor to Second Dawn.
Quick specs
👥Players2–6
⏱Duration60–180 min
👶Age14+
🧠Complexity
4X space gameTechnology treeFleet combatCivilization building
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