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product_id: 687440910
title: "Capstone Games Watergate – 2 Player Strategy Board Game for Adults, Historical Tabletop Game, 30–60 Min Playtime, Ages 12+, Competitive and Tactical Gameplay for Couples & Family Fun"
brand: "capstone games"
price: "R1112"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 12
category: "Capstone Games"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/687440910-capstone-games-watergate-2-player-strategy-board-game-for-adults
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# 30-60 min fast gameplay Card-driven strategy Historically accurate roles Capstone Games Watergate – 2 Player Strategy Board Game for Adults, Historical Tabletop Game, 30–60 Min Playtime, Ages 12+, Competitive and Tactical Gameplay for Couples & Family Fun

**Brand:** capstone games
**Price:** R1112
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡️ Dive into history’s most gripping scandal—strategy, suspense, and social bragging rights await!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Capstone Games Watergate – 2 Player Strategy Board Game for Adults, Historical Tabletop Game, 30–60 Min Playtime, Ages 12+, Competitive and Tactical Gameplay for Couples & Family Fun by capstone games
- **How much does it cost?** R1112 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- capstone games enthusiasts

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## Key Features

- • **Race Against Time:** Fast-paced 2-player gameplay that fits perfectly into your busy schedule.
- • **Strategic Card Play:** Use unique decks to control the narrative or uncover explosive evidence—every card counts.
- • **Award-Winning Design:** 2019 2-Player Game of the Year—perfect for game nights that demand more than luck.
- • **Authentic Historical Immersion:** Experience pivotal Watergate moments and real figures that shaped history.
- • **Dual Perspectives, Double the Drama:** Play as Nixon’s Administration or the relentless Journalist in a tense battle of wits.

## Overview

Capstone Games: Watergate is a critically acclaimed 2-player strategy board game that recreates the tense political battle of the Watergate scandal. With unique card decks for each side, historically accurate events, and a quick 30-60 minute playtime, it offers an engaging, fast-paced experience perfect for millennials seeking intellectually stimulating game nights with a social edge.

## Description

desertcart.com: 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 : Toys & Games

Review: Great two-player strategy game! - My friend and I play a lot of Carcassonne, and we were looking for something new and a bit, well, shorter. Watergate was the perfect pick! It’s relatively easy to learn but the strategy can get very involved. And it only takes about 30-60 minutes so you can get a few games in in one sitting. The cards seemed a bit prone to damage (I started to see marks on the edges pretty early on) but otherwise the quality seems good and not too flimsy. Game nerds should definitely add this one to the repertoire!
Review: My favorite game! - My favorite game! I've played this over a hundred times and it just doesn't get old! It plays fast, but you're always trying to figure out the perfect combo play for your cards to achieve your objectives and thwart your opponents. Fun figuring out the balance of when to spread out your abilities to work on all fronts or focus in on one object this round knowing your opponent may be able to stop either and leave you dejected. It's just great!

## Features

- TWO SIDES OF HISTORY: Take center stage in the historic Watergate scandal! Choose to play as the Nixon Administration, desperately maneuvering to maintain control and keep the truth hidden. Or become 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 control the narrative, gain public support, and obstruct the investigation. The Journalist gathers Evidence to uncover incriminating details and Informant cards to gain access to crucial leaks and insider information.
- UNCOVER THE CONSPIRACY: The Journalist faces a thrilling race against time. They must strategically play their cards to build a chain of evidence connecting two key informants. However, the Administration isn't going down without a fight. They'll 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 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!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable |
| Item Weight | 650 Grams |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Material Type | Cardboard |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Color | White |
| Theme | Games |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great two-player strategy game!
*by T***N on March 27, 2021*

My friend and I play a lot of Carcassonne, and we were looking for something new and a bit, well, shorter. Watergate was the perfect pick! It’s relatively easy to learn but the strategy can get very involved. And it only takes about 30-60 minutes so you can get a few games in in one sitting. The cards seemed a bit prone to damage (I started to see marks on the edges pretty early on) but otherwise the quality seems good and not too flimsy. Game nerds should definitely add this one to the repertoire!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favorite game!
*by D***D on January 5, 2025*

My favorite game! I've played this over a hundred times and it just doesn't get old! It plays fast, but you're always trying to figure out the perfect combo play for your cards to achieve your objectives and thwart your opponents. Fun figuring out the balance of when to spread out your abilities to work on all fronts or focus in on one object this round knowing your opponent may be able to stop either and leave you dejected. It's just great!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Intense strategy game that plays in under an hour
*by J***S on September 25, 2019*

I love this game! It's such a back-and-forth and equally balanced between the journalists and the Nixon Administration. Every move is super intense. There are no wasted actions. In Watergate, the players take turns playing cards that represent the major events and people involved in the Watergate scandal. One side plays a journalist who is trying to establish a link between Nixon and two co-conspirators. The other side plays the Nixon Administration, who is trying to block those links and misdirect the investigation. Play takes place on a really cool board that has string and thumbtacks. Evidence tokens can be placed by the journalist on the thumbtacks, representing something that will eventually tie Nixon to a co-conspirator if they can be laid in an unbroken line to a witness that has been recruited to the journalist's side. Similarly, Nixon can destroy a piece of evidence by placing the token on the thumbtack upside down, thereby breaking part of the chain. Or the players can move their influence and momentum tokens, to try to get more powerful moves (in the journalist's case) or to last out the term (in Nixon's case). Deciding what to do and how to use your cards -- which can be used in different ways -- is the crux of the game. It's a constant back-and-forth and every decision is agonizing in a good way. Both sides are super-balanced as well, and it's fun to switch roles and learn all the cards. In the process, you might also get to learn a little about the Watergate scandal itself, though you really don't need to be interested in history or even care about the scandal in order to enjoy the game. The gameplay is honestly that good. A really great two-player game for adults and older teens.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-03*