Alaska
2–4 players • Eric Solomon • 1979
- Designer
- Eric Solomon
- Publisher
- Ravensburger
- First published
- 1979
- Players
- 2–4 players
How it plays
Alaska plays 2–4 players.
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Where it came from
Alaska was published by Ravensburger in 1979 as part of their strategy game line, designed by Eric Solomon. Set against the harsh wilderness of the North, the game mechanics focus on resource management and navigation, reflecting a period when European board game design began to emphasize thematic immersion and logistical challenges over purely abstract movement.
Eric Solomon utilized a grid-based map to simulate the unpredictable environment of the Alaskan frontier. The game was received as a contemplative, mid-weight strategy title, distinct for its focus on careful planning and endurance. Its visual design leans into the late 1970s aesthetic, favoring clear, functional components that prioritize game flow while evoking the cold, expansive landscape of the state.
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About Alaska
Alaska is a game in the Board Games catalog on collecto.rs. 2–4 players • Eric Solomon • 1979. Catalog data is sourced from Wikidata. No public games collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How do you play Alaska?
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How many players is Alaska for?
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Who designed Alaska?
Alaska was designed by Eric Solomon. It's published by Ravensburger. The catalog gives its publication year as 1979.
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