Achtung

Spitfire!

A game by J. D. Webster

1 - 10 Players 240 minutes High

Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Simulation, Team-Based Game, Three Dimensional Movement, Variable Set-up

Aviation / Flight, Wargame, World War II

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Achtung: Spitfire is a thrilling World War II air combat game that drops you into the heat of the Battle of Britain and beyond. As part of J. D. Webster's Fighting Wings series, this game builds upon the mechanics of its predecessor, Over the Reich, to deliver a more realistic and immersive experience. With a focus on air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, you'll be fully engaged in the action, whether you're flying solo or as part of a team with up to 10 players. The game's complexity is undeniable, but the payoff is worth the investment of time to learn the rules, which simulate the energy physics of flight with remarkable accuracy. As you take to the skies, you'll appreciate the attention to detail that has gone into modeling the capabilities of different aircraft, with each turn representing a mere 4.1 seconds and each hex on the grid spanning 100 yards. The operational scale of the game allows you to fly entire missions, adding a layer of strategy and realism that sets Achtung: Spitfire apart from other games in the genre. With its rich historical context and deep gameplay mechanics, this 1995 classic is sure to appeal to fans of aviation, World War II history, and tactical combat games alike, offering a playtime of around 240 minutes that will leave you breathless and eager for more.