How many players is Starbase Jeff?

Starbase Jeff plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Starbase Jeff take to play?

A game of Starbase Jeff takes 30–60 min, at medium-light complexity (1.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Starbase Jeff any good?

Starbase Jeff rates 6.2/10 from 389 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / card game game built around tile placement.

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Starbase Jeff (1998)

2–4 players · 30–60 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.2 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 30–60 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.2/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 10+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30–60 min.

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About Starbase Jeff

Starbase Jeff is a pipe-laying game where players maximize their profits by strategically placing and building onto sections of a starbase. Whoever makes the most money by the end of a given number of rounds wins the game. Any number of rounds can be played with each round lasting approximately 20 minutes. Money in the form of play money, chips, etc is required to play.

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Abstract Strategy Card Game Print & Play Science Fiction

Mechanics: Tile Placement · Designer: James Ernest, Jim Geldmacher

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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Starbase Jeff FAQ

How many players is Starbase Jeff?: Starbase Jeff plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Starbase Jeff take to play?: A game of Starbase Jeff takes 30–60 min, at medium-light complexity (1.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Starbase Jeff any good?: Starbase Jeff rates 6.2/10 from 389 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / card game game built around tile placement.