Dogfight: 1917

About this board game

Dogfight: 1917 is a one-on-one World War I aerial combat game for 2 players, playable in about 30 minutes, with variant rules for up to 4 players. Set above the Western Front, it challenges pilots to survive, maneuver, and seize glory in a tense battle for the skies.

The rules are deceptively simple, but victory depends on precise positioning and bold decisions. On your turn, play one maneuver flight card to perform limited movement, carefully choosing a path that can create a tactical advantage over your opponent.

Basic attacks have no cost, but they can only be performed when your fighter is facing the enemy’s backside. This positional requirement creates the distinctive tension of a World War I dogfight, where outmaneuvering the opposing pilot is essential before a decisive attack can be delivered.

• One-on-one aerial combat: Face an opposing pilot in a focused duel.
• Maneuver flight cards: Select a limited movement option each turn to shape the engagement.
• Position-based attacks: Strike with basic attacks only when facing the enemy’s backside.
• Unique abilities: Use your fighter’s capabilities and your pilot’s skills to gain an edge.
• Flexible player count: Variant rules allow up to 4 players to experience the aerial battles of WWI.

Every turn presents a choice between careful positioning and aggressive maneuvering. In Dogfight: 1917, a split-second decision can determine whether you become one of the war’s greatest pilots—or go down in the fight.