World War II: Pacific Theater of Operations cover
1991BGG rank #10,064

World War II: Pacific Theater of Operations

by Mike Breault, Dave LaForce, Douglas Niles · SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)

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Players1–4
Time360m
ComplexityHeavy
Age12+

About the game

What is World War II: Pacific Theater of Operations?

(From the Game BOX:) "This WORLD WAR II grand strategic game covers the P.T.O. and the Asian Mainland from 1937 to 1945. Carrier Raids, amphibious operations, strategic warfare, industry, island hopping, and sub warfare are among the game's special features. It covers the full strategic war with strong operational elements. Outstanding features include: Illustrated examples of play; 1,200 die-cut counters; Fully compatible rules with WW II:E.T.O.; 11 scenarios of varying length." The game contents include: 2-23 inches by 34 inches maps; 1-48 Page Rule Book; 1-16 Page Scenario Book; 2-Player Aid Cards; 2-Counter Trays with Lids; 4-sheets of Task Force/Supply Base labels and 1200 counters. The Complexity Level is rated MEDIUM for scenarios and HIGH for Campaigns. Solitaire Suitability is rated HIGH for scenarios and MEDIUM for Campaigns. Game length will depend on which Scenario or Campaign is chosen to be played. In order to combine this game with WW II:E.T.O. by TSR, you will need the 2nd edition of that game.

How it plays

Mechanics

Area-ImpulseDice RollingHexagon GridSecret Unit DeploymentSimulation

On the shelf

Categories

NauticalWargameWorld War II

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