The African Campaign, Designer Signature Edition, marks the return of a true wargaming classic by John Edwards, faithfully remastered and updated with this all-new, supersized edition. Celebrated by many as “Afrika Korps done right,” this two-player game allows players to explore the key elements of the Desert War, beginning in December 1940 with Wavell’s first offensive, Operation Compass, against the Italian forces of Marshal Graziani, and culminating in December 1942 when the Americans landed in Rommel’s rear, thus sealing the ultimate fate of the Afrika Korps.
If you are interested in this game, you can order a copy for $54.95 from the Noble Knight Games website at the following link: https://www.nobleknight.com/P/2147680364/African-Campaign-The-Designer-Signature-Edition
-Grant
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Alexander – Very nice AAR via a play-through. I agree with your conclusion that it’s probably best to not use the initiative optional rule. As I recall, that rule option “evolved” over time in 70’s and 80’s as a generally circulated house rule to “jazz – up” what some thought to be the game’s chess-like playing style between experienced players. I however, think it’s too much of a “wild card”. The Axis supply variability I think creates a enough “chaos” without needing to allow double moves on top of that.
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