The Cruelest Month
Air War over Arras, April 1917
A board game by Paul Rohrbaugh
1-2 1-2
180-240 minutes Unknown
Dice Rolling, Simulation, Hexagon Grid
Wargame, Aviation / Flight, World War I
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Description
The Cruelest Month: Air War over Arras, April 1917 drops you into the intense world of World War I aviation, where you'll experience the thrill of dogfighting and the strategic challenge of air superiority. In this game, designed by Paul Rohrbaugh and released in 2023, one or two players take to the skies over Arras, France, navigating the complexities of air combat in a simulation that's both easy to learn and deeply engaging. With simple rules that can be explained quickly, you'll be rolling dice and maneuvering your planes across a hexagon grid in no time, fully immersed in the action. The 180 to 240 minute playtime flies by as you delve into the world of early 20th-century aviation, making tactical decisions that can turn the tide of battle in this gripping wargame.
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