Dune

War for Arrakis

A game by Marco Maggi, Francesco Nepitello

1 - 4 Players 120 minutes High

Action Drafting, Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Dice Rolling, Die Icon Resolution, Events, Hand Management, Simulation, Solo / Solitaire Game, Team-Based Game, Variable Set-up

Dice, Miniatures, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Novel-based, Science Fiction, Wargame

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

In Dune: War for Arrakis, players are thrown into a gritty struggle for control of the desert planet Arrakis, where the valuable resource Spice is found. The noble Houses are vying for power, and only one will emerge victorious. This asymmetrical strategy game lets 1 to 4 players take on the roles of different factions, maneuvering troops and sending Spice harvesters into the deep desert, all while navigating the dangers of the great Sandworms. With a unique action dice system and numerous event cards, each playthrough of Dune: War for Arrakis is a fresh retelling of the Dune saga. The game's complicated rules may take some time to learn, but the payoff is worth it - a rich and immersive experience that combines elements of science fiction, wargaming, and strategy. Published in 2024, this game is a must-play for fans of the Dune universe and strategy games alike.