Capstone Games: Watergate, Strategy Board Game, History of Watergate Included, 2-Player Game of The Year 2019, Ages 12 and Up, 30-60 Minute Playtime, Cover Color May Vary

In June 1972, five men are arrested in Washington’s Watergate building. What looks like a third-rate burglary attempt on the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee induces journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein of the Washington Post to start a thorough investigation. Over the following two years, they discover that the five men were directed from within the White House to spy on political opponents. As a consequence, in 1974 President Richard Nixon resigns from office to avoid impeachment. In Watergate, one player assumes the role of a Journalist, whilst the other embodies the Nixon Administration—each with a unique set of cards. To win, the Nixon Administration will have to build up enough momentum to make it to the end of the presidential term, whereas the Journalist will have to gather enough evidence to connect two informants directly to the President. Of course, the administration will do all in its power to smother any evidence.

TWO SIDES OF HISTORY: Take center stage in the historic Watergate scandal! Choose to play as the Nixon Administration, desperately maneuvering to care for keep an eye on and keep the truth hidden. Or turn into the relentless Journalist, utilizing your investigative skills to build a case to expose the President’s involvement. Each role has its own unique deck of cards packed with actions and events that reflect their distinct goals.
CARD DRIVEN STRATEGY: Utilize your personal deck of cards to influence the course of the investigation. The Nixon Administration builds Momentum to keep an eye on the narrative, gain public make stronger, and obstruct the investigation. The Journalist gathers Evidence to uncover incriminating details and Informant cards to gain access to a very powerful leaks and insider information.
UNCOVER THE CONSPIRACY: The Journalist faces a thrilling race against time. They will have to strategically play their cards to build a chain of evidence connecting two key informants. On the other hand, the Administration isn’t going down without a fight. They are going to play cards to suppress leaks, discredit the Journalist’s findings, and sow doubt in the public eye.
HISTORICALLY ACCURATE: Immerse yourself in the real-life drama of Watergate! The game features thematically appropriate cards and events that mirror the twists and turns of the scandal. Encounter historical figures, face pivotal moments like the Saturday Night Massacre, and experience the tension and intrigue that gripped the nation.
FAST PACED GAMEPLAY FOR 2 PLAYERS: A game of Watergate can also be played in about an hour (30-60 minutes), making it perfect for a quick and engaging strategy session with a friend. The streamlined rules and dynamic card play ensure a tense and exciting experience. Learn about a pivotal moment in American history!