When comparing Junta vs Battlestar Galactica, the Slant community recommends Battlestar Galactica for most people. In the question“What are the best board games?” Battlestar Galactica is ranked 38th while Junta is ranked 47th. The most important reason people chose Battlestar Galactica is:
The game is at its core cooperative. However, the fact that there is at least one Cylon in every game, the distrust between players provides interesting party dynamics.
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Pros
Pro A game you'll never forget
Playing this game creates memories that will last a lifetime.
Pro Hilarious party interactions due to hidden cylon players
The game is at its core cooperative. However, the fact that there is at least one Cylon in every game, the distrust between players provides interesting party dynamics.
Pro Well reflects the series' atmosphere
If you are in atmosphere while playing a board game - this is the one to go with. The heavy use of the Battlestar franchise gives a sense of depth that is missing from other similar types of games. With the extra expansion available there is even more depth and atmosphere added to the game as well.
Cons
Con Complicated gameplay
Con You'll only play once
Playing this game makes you hate your friends. You'll get over it, but you'll never play this game again (or not for a decade or so, at least.).
Con Needs a few playhthroughs to learn all the rules
With 3 expansions, which add their own rules and mechanics, fully understanding all the game rules can take some time.