Alt text: Cover art of "Alpha Omega," featuring a collage of sci-fi illustrations including a human face, a green reptilian creature, a humanoid with a brain exposed, spaceships, and a futuristic cityscape. The title "Alpha Omega" appears at the top in stylized lettering.
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AlphaOmega (2003)

ByMichail

Alpha Omega

“Alpha Omega” is a science fiction board wargame published by Battleline Publications in 1977, designed to simulate combat between alien and human space fleets. The game was created by Sean Hayes and J. Stephen Peek, and it features a hex grid map with oversized hexes, scaled at 186,000 miles (299,000 km) or one light-second per hex. The game is suitable for 1-3 players, with each player controlling one of the space fleets: the humans, the Rylsh, or the Droves. The game has been republished by Avalon Hill and is available for purchase online.

Why is Alpha Omega Popular?

“Alpha Omega” is a popular and significant game for several reasons:
– It was Battleline Publications’ first science fiction game.
– The game features unique alien weapons with special effects, adding an interesting twist to the combat simulation.
– The hex grid map and oversized hexes provide a visually appealing and immersive playing experience.
– The game has been republished by Avalon Hill, ensuring its continued availability to fans of the original edition.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

Hobby: Miniature painting guru, turning pewter into masterpieces
Preferred Game: Dungeons & Dragons, but always up for a board game brawl