Board game, Desert War: Tactical Warfare in North Africa

Desert War

Tactical Warfare in North Africa


  A board game by Jim Dunnigan, Redmond A. Simonsen

 2-4 Players   120-180 minutes   Medium 

  Simultaneous Action Selection, Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Simulation, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Events, Programmed Movement, Paper-and-Pencil

  Wargame, World War II

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Desert War: Tactical Warfare in North Africa is a classic board game that drops you into the midst of World War II, where you'll experience the thrill of tactical combat in the desert landscapes of North Africa. Published in 1973, this game has been a favorite among wargame enthusiasts for decades, and its normal complexity rules make it easy for anyone familiar with board games to jump right in. With 2 to 4 players, you'll engage in simultaneous action selection, using dice rolling, events, and grid movement to outmaneuver your opponents on a massive 22" x 34" hexagon grid map. As you play through different scenarios, you'll take on the roles of German, British, and Italian units, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. The game's unique simultaneous plotting and moving system allows for a high level of strategy and replayability, with almost countless combinations of forces and objectives to explore. With playtime ranging from 120 to 180 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to immerse yourself in the game's tactical simulation, which recreates the mechanized struggles of World War II in stunning detail. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a new challenge, Desert War: Tactical Warfare in North Africa is an unforgettable experience that will keep you coming back for more.

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