Beyond the Sun 2020
Designed by Dennis K. Chan
What it is
A medium-heavy civilization, science fiction, space exploration game for 2-4 players (~60 min), built around area majority / influence, contracts, end game bonuses.
Why it matters
A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #112 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played strategy title.
Mechanics
How to play Beyond the Sun
Beyond the Sun is a heavier strategy game (rated 3.2 of 5 for complexity on BoardGameGeek) that plays with 2–4 players, runs about 60 minutes and is aimed at ages 14 and up. It's a Civilization, Science Fiction and Space Exploration game where the core of play revolves around Area Majority / Influence, Contracts and End Game Bonuses. A medium-heavy civilization, science fiction, space exploration game for 2-4 players (~60 min), built around area majority / influence, contracts, end game bonuses. A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #112 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played strategy title.
This is an overview of what to expect at the table — not the rulebook. We link to official rules and tutorials rather than reproducing them.
What players ask about Beyond the Sun
How many players is Beyond the Sun?
Beyond the Sun plays with 2–4 players.
Does Beyond the Sun work with 2 players?
Yes — Beyond the Sun plays 2–4, so it supports a 2-player game (it isn't 2-player-only).
How long does Beyond the Sun take to play?
About 60 minutes per game.
Is Beyond the Sun hard to learn?
BoardGameGeek rates its complexity at 3.2 out of 5 — medium-heavy. That's a community weight rating, not our opinion.
What age is Beyond the Sun for?
The publisher recommends ages 14 and up.
What kind of game is Beyond the Sun?
Beyond the Sun is a Civilization, Science Fiction, Space Exploration game, built on Area Majority / Influence, Contracts, End Game Bonuses.
Where to buy Beyond the Sun
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