Winning Moves Games Risk 1959

by Winning Moves

Product Features

• This is the classic reproduction of Risk as it was made, in 1959, by Parker Brothers
• Its appeal is timeless
• Make a mis-step and you'll be wiped out. Make the "right moves" and you'll conquer the world and win
• Celebrate the 50th anniversary of RISK
• Contains: 6 sets of beautiful wooded "army" pieces conveniently stored in clear plastic boxes with lids
• Also contains deck of cards, dice, and a rules book featuring a History of Risk, Oversize bi-fold board with original style art

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11 x 1.6 x 23 inches ; 3.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001Q1PE44
• Item model number: 1121
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,458 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

You'll Need sound strategy-and some luck- plus great diplomacy to persuade your opponents to spare you and attack the others.

Product Description

This Risk 1959 Board Game revamps the ultimate game of strategy and diplomacy! Featuring a vividly colored version of the original 1959 design, Risk is the timeless game that allows you to truly conquer the world! To win the game you must think strategically and use clever tactics to take over countries while negotiating with fellow world conquerors! Since 1959, Risk! has fascinated millions of "world conquerors." Its appeal is timeless because every game is a unique experience. You'll need sound strategy and some luck plus great diplomacy (to persuade your oppenents to spare you and attack the others!). Make a misstep, and you'll be wiped out. Make the "right moves" and you'll conquer the world and win! This Risk board game includes: oversized bi-fold game board with original style art, 6 sets of beautiful wooden "army" pieces conveniently sorted in clear plastic style art, high quality art, high quality dice, and a rule book featuring a History of Risk. Risk 1959 has a game run time of approximately 60-90 minutes and is suitable for 2-6 players ages 8 & up.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Classic Risk (almost), November 28, 2009

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Harold Russell (St. George, UT, USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Winning Moves Games Risk 1959 (Toy)

It is wonderful to once again be able to buy Risk, my favorite board game, with wooden pieces like the ones I grew up with. They are nicer to play with, more durable, and altogether less tacky than the flimsy plastic pieces that have lately been sold with the game. The differences in the board and the cards seem much less significant to me.

I would have rated this version of Risk 5 stars but for one issue: it includes only the 1959 rules. These rules were revised in 1963, which greatly improved and deepened the game play. Since the rule booklet is not an exact reproduction of the original, and does contain additional information that was not published in 1959, I feel they should have included the revised rules, which have been the accepted standard for decades now.

(The major difference is the number of pieces each player starts out with. Risk lovers will know exactly what I am talking about; for everyone else, the details are available online, and definitely worth looking up before you play the game.)

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Could Have Been Better, January 17, 2010

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Capitol Review (WASHINGTON, DC, US) - See all my reviews

= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Winning Moves Games Risk 1959 (Toy)

Was thrilled when I saw that the game is available new in its original version with wooden pieces. While I am still glad I ordered it for Xmas, several things are worth mentioning. The board colors and fonts are a bit off from the original and there is no plastic box for the dice. Also, the box is flimsy. All four box cover corners split within the first couple weeks of moderate use. Despite these problems, I have thoroughly enjoyed playing the game with my daughter. However, at $29/$30, it is pricey considering it was manufactured in China. I am sure the makers are laughing all the way to the bank. You may want to consider finding a good used version on eBay instead.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just as good as 35 years ago., December 19, 2009

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Todd W. Miller (Milford, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Winning Moves Games Risk 1959 (Toy)

This is the classic game of Risk, vintage map, wooden pieces, dice, and cards; it's easy to learn, and devilish to win. So glad I came across this reissue of the original set for its 50th anniversary. And at a price that is not sky high, this is a game to buy, play, and enjoy; it's not a gold-plated edition for collectors only.