Sniper Elite: The Board Game cover
2022BGG rank #1,046

Sniper Elite: The Board Game

by Roger Tankersley, David Thompson (I) · Rebellion Unplugged

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Players1–4
Time40–70m
ComplexityMedium-Light
Age16+

About the game

What is Sniper Elite: The Board Game?

Sniper Elite: The Board Game is a hidden movement game based on the iconic video game series. In the game, one player takes the role of the sniper, who is trying to make their way past the German guards by stealth or violence. Up to three other players control squads of German soldiers, striking a balance between defending their objectives and hunting the sniper. Sniper Elite features a bag-manipulation element. The sniper draws chits from a bag to target the defenders, though canny defense can decrease the sniper's likelihood of making their shot... —description from the publisher

How it plays

Mechanics

Action PointsChit-Pull SystemHidden Movement

On the shelf

Categories

MiniaturesVideo Game ThemeWargameWorld War II

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