Overview
At a glance
Is this game right for my group?
ABG editorial scores on a 1–5 scale.
Harder to teach
High replayability
Highly interactive
Scales well
Deep strategy
How it plays
How does it play?
Battle for Baghdad is a unique multi-player game in which players represent different factions vying for control of the governance of Iraq during US occupation.
Core mechanisms
Key systems that shape the decisions players make.
Auction/Bidding
Bid against other players to determine who receives an item, action, or priority.
Area Movement
Move pieces between connected regions rather than along individual spaces.
Hand Management
Time and sequence a limited hand of cards to preserve future options.
Variable Player Powers
Each player has different abilities, restrictions, or strategic advantages.
Simulation
Model a real or imagined system through detailed cause-and-effect rules.
Read the full game description
Battle for Baghdad is a unique multi-player game in which players represent different factions vying for control of the governance of Iraq during US occupation. The game emphasizes the roles and capabilities of the various factions involved, and demonstrates how asymmetric capabilities can be leveraged to generate favorable outcomes. The playing surface is constructed from satellite images of the city of Baghdad and each component is carefully researched for authenticity. For three to six players, the board game is of moderate complexity. Complexity: 3 (1 to 10) Playing Time: 1 to 4 Hours Components: • 280 Die-cut Counters • 30 Command Cards • 35 Arab Street Cards • 63 Arms Bizaar Cards • Full-Color 22x22 Inch Mounted Map • Two 20-Sided Dice • Six Faction Displays • Rules & Notes Book • Strategy Guide