Allenby's and Lawrence's Desert Wars
A board game by Lou Coatney
2 2
50-90 minutes Low
Sudden Death Ending, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Variable Set-up, Simulation, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Pick-up and Deliver, Secret Unit Deployment, Hidden Movement, Ratio / Combat Results Table
Wargame, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Print & Play, World War I
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Description
In Allenby's and Lawrence's Desert Wars, you'll dive into the thrilling world of desert combat during World War I, as depicted in the classic movie Lawrence of Arabia. Designed by Lou Coatney, this 2025 release is easy to learn and plays out over 50 to 90 minutes with two players. The game features a range of mechanics, including dice rolling, grid movement, and secret unit deployment, which all combine to create a tense and unpredictable experience. With a hexagon grid and hidden movement, you'll need to outmaneuver your opponent to succeed. As a simulation game, it's all about strategy and tactics, and the sudden death ending keeps things exciting until the very end. With its unique blend of gameplay mechanics and historical theme, Allenby's and Lawrence's Desert Wars is a must-play for fans of wargames and World War I history.
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