Blue Max

World War I Air Combat

A game by John Harshman, Phil Hall

2 - 6 Players 90 minutes Low

Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Simultaneous Action Selection

Aviation / Flight, Wargame, World War I

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

In the midst of World War I, brave fighter pilots took to the skies, their survival dependent on skill and the quality of their aircraft. Blue Max: World War I Air Combat puts you in the cockpit, where you'll need to master your machine and outwit your foes to win. With easy-to-learn rules, 2 to 6 players can join in on the action, divided into teams of the Allies or the Central Powers, aiming to shoot down as many enemy planes as possible. With rules that account for altitude, fuel reserves, and maneuverability, the game is an immersive experience. Players will use simultaneous action selection and grid movement to navigate the hexagon grid, making for a thrilling 90-minute game. Published in 2013 and designed by Phil Hall and John Harshman, Blue Max is a classic game of aerial combat that's perfect for fans of aviation and wargames.