Afrika Korps

The Desert War – Platoon Level Combat in World War II: A Panzer Grenadier Game

A game by Michael Bennighof, Brian L. Knipple, Mauro de Vita

2 Players 0 minutes Medium

Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Modular Board, Secret Unit Deployment, Simulation

Wargame, World War II

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Afrika Korps: The Desert War is a thrilling board game that drops you into the midst of World War II's North African campaign. As a player, you'll take command of platoon-sized units, representing iconic forces like the German, British, Australian, and Italian armies. With 50 scenarios to explore, you'll experience the intensity of armored clashes, from small infantry fights to sweeping tank battles, set against the backdrop of the desert war from 1940 to 1941. The game's modular board, comprising three large maps, provides a unique and immersive experience, with most scenarios requiring just one map to play out. As a standalone game in the Panzer Grenadier series, Afrika Korps offers a complete and engaging experience, with all the troops and tanks you need to recreate the battles of Libya and Egypt. The game's normal complexity makes it accessible to board game enthusiasts, and the secret unit deployment and dice rolling mechanics add a layer of strategy and excitement. Whether you're a fan of World War II history or just looking for a challenging and fun game, Afrika Korps is sure to deliver, with its rich gameplay and historical depth, despite some controversy surrounding the depiction of certain units. With its large playing surface and variety of scenarios, Afrika Korps is a must-play for anyone looking to experience the thrill of platoon-level combat in one of history's most iconic conflicts.