Lift Off
- Players
- 2-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 3 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.8 / 5
- Year
- 2018
About the game
Lift Off puts players in charge of a private space agency racing rival nations and companies during the 1950s-60s Space Race. Through drafting and set collection, you hire specialists, upgrade rockets, and expand capabilities before deciding which missions to launch. Careful resource planning is essential, as only those who prepare ahead can afford the missions worth the most glory. It's built for two to four players over a 120-minute game.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli's editorial team enjoys Lift Off's historical space race framing layered over a solid drafting-and-collection engine. The tension between short-term resource needs and long-term mission goals gives every round weight. It rewards patient planning more than flashy plays.
What we like
- Strong space-race theme with real historical flavor.
- Drafting and set collection reward long-term planning.
- Resource management creates meaningful strategic tension.
- Works well across two to four players.
Keep in mind
- Longer playtime and moderate complexity suit experienced players best.
- Some downtime can occur between turns.
- Drafting-heavy structure can feel repetitive over many plays.
Who it's for
Suited to euro-strategy fans age 12+ interested in space themes, in groups of two to four.
