Pacific War 1942

Solitaire Travel Game

A game by Mike Wylie, Grant Wylie

1 Players 0 - 30 minutes Simple

Action Points, Dice Rolling, Solo / Solitaire Game

Dice, Wargame, World War II

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Get ready to take on the challenge of Pacific War 1942, a solitaire travel game that puts you in command of the Allied forces in the Pacific during World War II. As the solo player, you'll need to hold off the Japanese expansion and then push them back to their home turf. The game is designed to be quick and easy to learn, with simple rules that can be explained in no time, making it perfect for a 30-minute play session on the go. With its compact design, you can take it anywhere and play whenever you want. The game mechanics are straightforward, using action points and dice rolling to drive the gameplay, which adds a layer of excitement and unpredictability to each turn. As you navigate the Pacific, you'll need to control the sea areas to influence the outcome of land battles and make progress against the Japanese forces. The Japanese AI will try to overwhelm you, but with strategic thinking and a bit of luck, you can turn the tide of the war and emerge victorious. Designed by Mike Wylie and Grant Wylie, Pacific War 1942 is a fun and challenging wargame that's perfect for fans of World War II history and solo gameplay, and its 2024 release brings a fresh take on this pivotal moment in history.