Specter Ops cover
2015BGG rank #929

Specter Ops

by Emerson Matsuuchi · Plaid Hat Games

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Players2–5
Time60–120m
ComplexityMedium-Light
Age9+

About the game

What is Specter Ops?

A secret agent of A.R.K. has infiltrated a top secret Raxxon facility, attempting to complete three mission objectives before they escape — but they are hunted by genetically modified Raxxon Hunters. Players can choose which side they wish to join. Specter Ops is a sci-fi, stealth ops game of hidden movement that's similar to Scotland Yard. Players are trying to locate/capture a mysterious agent, who keeps track of their sneaking via a private map. The other players take control of unique characters who must use their wits, abilities and technology to help them hunt down this infiltrator. Items like flash grenades, scanners, and the like are at the disposal of this covert agent.

How it plays

Mechanics

Dice RollingGrid MovementHidden MovementMovement PointsOnce-Per-Game AbilitiesSecret Unit DeploymentSquare GridTeam-Based GameVariable Player Powers

On the shelf

Categories

DeductionFightingMiniaturesScience FictionSpies / Secret Agents

Questions players ask

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