Dust Tactics cover
2010BGG rank #4,547

Dust Tactics

by Paolo Parente, Olivier Zamfirescu · Dust Games

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Players2–4
Time30m
ComplexityMedium-Light
Age0+

About the game

What is Dust Tactics?

The year is 1947. Throughout the world, three major superpowers fight to claim exclusive control over a revolutionary source of power: Vk. Elite troops and massive combat robots wage violent battles to control these energy reservoirs... Dust Tactics is a tactical miniatures board game for 2-4 players. In an alternate 1940s reality, alien technology fuels gigantic machines of war as the forces of the Axis and Allies clash over rare mineral deposits that could inevitably decide the outcome of the war. With over 30 highly detailed miniatures, nine double-sided terrain boards, 12 custom dice, unit cards, terrain, and plastic scenery, Dust Tactics delivers everything you need to wage battles in the immersive world of Dust. A deep and engaging game setting, featuring stunning artwork by Paolo Parente, will draw players into a world desperately at war... and the highly detailed miniatures only add to this immersion. Eight included scenarios and nearly limitless customization ensures hundreds of hours of replayability, while scalable rules offer a satisfying experience for players of all levels. • Over 30 highly detailed miniatures • Nine double-sided boards to customize your own battle • A deep and engaging setting • A battle book including eight unique scenarios • Quick-start rules to get into the action quickly

How it plays

Mechanics

Action PointsDice RollingLine of SightMeasurement MovementModular BoardSimulation

On the shelf

Categories

Collectible ComponentsMiniaturesScience FictionWargameWorld War II

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