Starbiz

Starbiz is a space-themed trading board game played in turn-based matches on a single device. Players spend star-currency to acquire interstellar sites, manage property upgrades and compete to build an advantage across the board. After completing a lap, players can buy and sell sites and upgrade them, including moving directly from a Shop to a Megamall. Starbridges offer a way to bypass two galaxies, while lotteries, loans and Starcards add further choices to each match.

Gameplay and features

• Property trading and upgrades: Buy and sell sites and stars, then upgrade properties after completing a lap. Sites can be upgraded directly from a Shop to a Megamall.
• Starbridges: Four bidirectional Starbridges sit at the board’s corners and let players bypass two galaxies, potentially avoiding an opponent’s site and its commission.
• Lottery and appreciation: Players can collect or buy lotteries, including at discounted prices. A draw occurs when lottery purchases reach the stated range of 38 to 40, with two winners; some sites can gain 25% in value.
• Loans and Starcards: Subject to conditions, players can take up to two loans. The game also includes 46 Starcards, with effects such as collecting money, paying penalties, buying discounted lotteries or moving between galaxies.

Frequently asked questions

How are matches played?

Starbiz offers turn-based matches on a single device, where players compete to dominate the board.

What can players do with properties?

Players can buy and sell sites and stars, upgrade properties after completing a lap, and downgrade properties during a turn.

How do Starbridges work?

The four bidirectional Starbridges allow players to bypass two galaxies. Using one can reduce the chance of landing on an opponent’s site.

What do Starcards do?

The game has 46 Starcards. Their effects include collecting money, paying fines or penalties, buying lotteries at a discount, and moving to the next or previous galaxy.