Consortium is a science-fiction sqaud-based tactical miniature game. Game play is compelled by choosing a scenario, and then by building squads from one of four different factions. Squads are made up of shock units and specialists. Shock units are the backbone of the squad: soldiers, grunts, and mercenaries. For ever shock unit in the squad, the player may recruit a specialist. Specialists range from genetic monstrosities to psychic warriors. All game play is resolved with a ruler and a single d20. Play is done in an "I Go, You Go" format. Field of vision, cover, and facing are all carefully considered.