How many players is Pocket Ops?

Pocket Ops plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.

How long does Pocket Ops take to play?

A game of Pocket Ops takes 20 min, at light complexity (1.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Pocket Ops any good?

Pocket Ops rates 6.5/10 from 459 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / deduction game built around pattern building.

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Pocket Ops (2017)

2 players · 20 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.5 on BGG

Players: 2
Play time: 20 min
Age: 8+
Complexity: Light
BGG rating: 6.5/10

Best for 2 players aged 8+ who like abstract strategy games — light complexity, plays in 20 min.

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About Pocket Ops

Position your spies to outwit your opponents in this amplified noughts and crosses.

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Abstract Strategy Deduction Spies/Secret Agents

Mechanics: Pattern Building · Designer: Brandon Beran

Players: 2P

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Pocket Ops FAQ

How many players is Pocket Ops?: Pocket Ops plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.
How long does Pocket Ops take to play?: A game of Pocket Ops takes 20 min, at light complexity (1.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Pocket Ops any good?: Pocket Ops rates 6.5/10 from 459 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / deduction game built around pattern building.