Afrika: The North African Campaign, 1940-1942

This operational-level simulation covers the North African Campaign from September 1940 through December 1942, as Italian and Commonwealth forces contest Egypt before German reinforcements under Rommel enter the theater. Players conduct mobile armored warfare across the desert, seeking to capture the Nile Delta or drive Axis forces from Egypt. Turns represent one month, with hexes covering 10 miles and units ranging from regiments to divisions. A streamlined supply system models the campaign’s logistical demands without record-keeping, while the accessible rules support fast-paced play and a reasonable simulation rather than a definitive treatment. High solitaire playability, low complexity, and a playing time of 2–12 hours are provided.

Players: 1–2 best 2
Playing time: 120–720 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: 2.5 / 5