RAF: The Battle of Britain 1940 cover
2009BGG rank #1,931

RAF: The Battle of Britain 1940

by John H. Butterfield · Decision Games (I)

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Players1–2
Time120–900m
ComplexityMedium
Age0+

About the game

What is RAF: The Battle of Britain 1940?

The Battle of Britain, 1940 RAF: The Battle of Britain 1940 is three games in one, on history's greatest air campaign: RAF:LION updates the classic original solitaire game -- you control the RAF against the German raiders. All systems have been updated to reflect recent scholarship, notably the fatigue and patrol systems. Advanced rules cover late interception, VHF-equipped squadrons and evasion tactics, Ace squadrons, Forward Airfield Targets, Delayed RAF Response and more! RAF:EAGLE reverses the solo game -- you control the Luftwaffe planning and executing raids against the RAF. Also, you flip the map over for a German perspective on the campaign. Advanced rules include, High Command requirements, deep targets, Jabos and special rules for Ju-87 Stukas. RAF: 2-PLAYER allows for head-to-head play. A separate German planning display is added to allow the German player to plan his raids in secret. Each game has its own complete rules booklet. Contents: 176 Die Cut Counters 165 Cards 2 34" x 22" Maps 3 Rule Booklets 2 Player German Planning Board 2 Combat Damage Sheets (Double-Sided) 2 Miscellaneous Player Aids (Double-Sided) 1 Sequence of Play Sheet (Double-Sided) 1 Battle of Britain Historical Guide (reprinted from S&T Magazine #256) 2 6-sided dice Storage Bags

How it plays

Mechanics

Campaign / Battle Card DrivenDice RollingMovement PointsSimulationSolo / Solitaire Game

On the shelf

Categories

Aviation / FlightWargameWorld War II

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