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The War of the Worlds

The War of the Worlds

1980·Allen D. Eldridge

2 players
60 min
Medium weight: Teach it in one sitting

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From the rules: The War of the Worlds is a Science-Fiction themed two-player board-wargame based on the S-F novel of the same name, written by the British author H. G. Wells. On a large hexagon grid game-map, one player controls the Martian forces and attempts to attack and destroy the city of London. The other player controls the Human forces and attempts to destroy the Martians and protect London.

The War of the Worlds

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The War of the Worlds has 2 videos from 2 creators: 2 reviews. They date from 2023 to December 2024.

If you like it, try Axis Empires: Ultimate Edition, Men of Iron, Banish All Their Fears: Bayonet & Musket Battles, Volume 1 or Advanced Squad Leader: Starter Kit #3, which share several of its mechanics.

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About The War of the Worlds

From BoardGameGeek:

From the rules: The War of the Worlds is a Science-Fiction themed two-player board-wargame based on the S-F novel of the same name, written by the British author H. G. Wells. On a large hexagon grid game-map, one player controls the Martian forces and attempts to attack and destroy the city of London. The other player controls the Human forces and attempts to destroy the Martians and protect London.

Designer

Allen D. Eldridge

Artist

Alvin Belflower

Publisher

Amarillo Design Bureau, Inc.

Categories

Books & NovelsScience FictionWargame

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