Empire of the Rising Sun

A game by Bruce Harper, Tor Abrahamsen, Dave Casper

2 - 6 Players 180 - 1200 minutes High

Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Point to Point Movement, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Simulation, Tech Trees / Tech Tracks

Wargame, World War II

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Empire of the Rising Sun is a World War II wargame that drops you into the Pacific Theater, where you'll navigate the complexities of hexagon grid movement and dice rolling to outmaneuver your opponents. With a playtime of 180 to 1200 minutes, this game is not for the faint of heart, but the depth of strategy and simulation is well worth the investment. Designed by Bruce Harper, Tor Abrahamsen, and Dave Casper, the game's intricate rules may take some time to learn, but the payoff is a rich and immersive experience. As a base game, Empire of the Rising Sun can be played on its own with 2 to 6 players, or combined with Advanced Third Reich for a truly epic Global War game. Published in 1995, this classic game still holds up today, offering a unique blend of tech trees, scenario-based gameplay, and point-to-point movement that will challenge even the most seasoned gamers. Whether you're a history buff or a strategy enthusiast, Empire of the Rising Sun is sure to deliver hours of engaging and intense gameplay.