Power Grid 2004
Designed by Friedemann Friese
What it is
A medium-heavy economic, industry / manufacturing game for 2-6 players (~120 min), built around auction / bidding, auction: turn order until pass, catch the leader.
Why it matters
A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #74 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played strategy title.
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How to play Power Grid
Power Grid is a heavier strategy game (rated 3.2 of 5 for complexity on BoardGameGeek) that plays with 2–6 players, runs about 120 minutes and is aimed at ages 12 and up. It's an Economic and Industry / Manufacturing game where the core of play revolves around Auction / Bidding, Auction: Turn Order Until Pass and Catch the Leader. A medium-heavy economic, industry / manufacturing game for 2-6 players (~120 min), built around auction / bidding, auction: turn order until pass, catch the leader. A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #74 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 Power Grid
How many players is Power Grid?
Power Grid plays with 2–6 players.
Does Power Grid work with 2 players?
Yes — Power Grid plays 2–6, so it supports a 2-player game (it isn't 2-player-only).
How long does Power Grid take to play?
About 120 minutes per game.
Is Power Grid 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 Power Grid for?
The publisher recommends ages 12 and up.
What kind of game is Power Grid?
Power Grid is an Economic, Industry / Manufacturing game, built on Auction / Bidding, Auction: Turn Order Until Pass, Catch the Leader.
Where to buy Power Grid
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