COIN
2–8 players • 25 min • ages 8+ • GMT Games
- Publisher
- GMT Games
- Players
- 2–8 players
- Playing time
- 25 min
- Age
- 8+
How it plays
COIN plays 2–8 players, takes about 25 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 8 and up.
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Where it came from
COIN, an acronym for Counter-Insurgency, is a series of board games published by GMT Games that debuted in 2012 with the release of Andean Abyss. Developed by Volko Ruhnke, the series was designed to simulate the complex political and military dynamics of asymmetrical warfare. The system departs from traditional hex-and-counter wargames by utilizing a card-driven engine and a shared event deck, which forces players to weigh the tactical benefits of an event against the strategic consequences of allowing opponents to act.
The series is noted for its distinctive focus on multi-faction interaction, where players often manage unconventional military forces, insurgent cells, and political entities simultaneously. The design philosophy emphasizes the historical context of each specific conflict, moving away from generic combat mechanics to explore the nuances of local governance, public opinion, and economic influence. It has been widely praised in both academic and hobbyist circles for its ability to model historical counter-insurgency scenarios with structural rigor.
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How do you play COIN?
COIN is a board game for 2–8 players, running about 25 minutes. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is COIN for?
COIN is built for 2–8 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does COIN take to play?
A game of COIN is listed at about 25 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is COIN for?
COIN lists a minimum age of 8. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
Who publishes COIN?
COIN is published by GMT Games.
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