Choose the fate of all nations and reshape the world! As a member of the Axis powers, it's your job to devise strategies, build, and maneuver your mighty ships and planes on a quest for global dominance. When the moment arrives, you'll face off against the world's most powerful economies, aiming to weaken them before they can thwart your grand plans.
Axis & Allies Europe 1940, a deluxe version of Axis & Allies: Europe, features neutral countries that can be invaded. There are true neutrals, as well as those leaning towards the Axis or the Allies. The game includes mechanized infantry, represented by half - tracks, and tactical bombers. France (blue) and Italy (brown) have their own national tokens and dedicated units.
The game board is a generous 35 inches wide by 32 inches high (89 x 81 cm), providing an immersive playing experience. This game can be combined with Axis & Allies Pacific 1940 to create a six - player game on a massive 70 - inch wide by 32 - inch high (178 x 81 cm) map, known as Axis & Allies Global 1940 in the Europe 1940 manual.
Key Features:
- Immersive Narrative: Engage in theater - level combat in the Western Hemisphere at the start of World War II.
- Make Your Mark on History: Play as the United States, France, United Kingdom, Soviet Union, Germany, or Italy.
- Oversized Playing Area: Enjoy a greater play experience on the extra - large 35' by 32' game board.
- Standalone and Compatible: It's a standalone game but also works with Axis & Allies Pacific 1940 (sold separately) for an even bigger Axis & Allies adventure.
What's Included:
- 1 Game Board
- 5 National Storage Boxes
- 1 Research & Development Chart
- 1 Battle/Casualty Strip
- 100 National Control Markers
- 16 Naval Base Markers & 14 Air Base Markers
- 22 Industrial Complex Markers (10 Major & 12 Minor)
- 55 Gray Chips, 15 Green Chips & 10 Red Chips
- 6 Dice
Specifications:
- Theme: Military Board Games
- Ages: 12+
- Players: 2 - 5
- Play Time: 6 Hours
Using this Axis & Allies 1940 Europe Second Edition board game is a thrilling experience. First, set up the game board and organize all the components in their respective places. The national storage boxes are handy for keeping your units organized. Each player selects a nation and starts building their forces and devising strategies.
When it's your turn, you can construct new ships, planes, and mechanized infantry. Move your units around the board to claim territories and engage in battles with other players. Use the dice to determine the outcome of battles and the chips for various in - game actions.
Keep in mind that this is a long - term game, so be patient and plan your moves carefully. It's recommended to read the manual thoroughly before starting, especially if you're new to the game. The game is suitable for players aged 12 and above, so make sure younger players understand the rules.
To maintain the game, keep all the components in the storage boxes when not in use. Avoid spilling liquids on the game board and markers. If any of the chips or markers get dirty, you can gently clean them with a soft cloth. This way, you can enjoy many more rounds of this exciting WWII strategy game.
