Red Dog Junction (2026)

Overview

Red Dog Junction is a fast-paced, high-stakes board game set in the lawless frontier of space, where players take on the role of captains commanding rogue freighters. In this thrilling game of resource trading, crew-building, and strategic maneuvering, you'll navigate dangerous sectors, mine valuable ore, salvage wrecked ships, and engage in risky trades at the infamous Red Dog Junction. But beware—rival captains lurk around every corner, and deception is always just a whisper away. On each turn, players choose two actions: navigating their ships across the galaxy, from hidden bases and planets to the bustling trade hub of Honest Joe’s Haberdashery and the volatile Red Dog exchange. You’ll gather precious resources, barter on a constantly shifting market, recruit skilled crew members to boost your operations, and upgrade your ship for a competitive edge. Whether you're enhancing storage, hiring specialized officers, or executing one-time power moves, every decision counts. The game culminates when all the gold has been stored in player bases, making careful resource management and perfect timing key to victory. With a dynamic, player-driven economy, Red Dog Junction combines worker placement, deck-building, pick-up-and-delivery, and market manipulation for an engaging and unpredictable experience. Designed for 2 to 5 players, each session lasts about 15–20 minutes per player, offering a highly interactive and fast-paced experience where cunning, calculated risks, and strategic planning can lead to triumph—or ruin.