AFU: Armed Forces of Ukraine

About this board game

AFU: Armed Forces of Ukraine is a deck-building card game for 1–2 players, with sessions lasting about 60 minutes. Set against the full-scale war that began in Ukraine on February 24, 2022, it challenges players to test their strength and defeat the invaders.

The game unfolds across two distinct phases. In the first, careful planning and strategy are essential as you begin building your army. Each turn, you must distribute your resources effectively, repel the enemy’s attack, seek valuable bonuses, and mobilize troops.

• Build up your army through deck-building gameplay.
• Manage resources to respond to enemy attacks.
• Mobilize troops and pursue bonuses.
• Face events that affect the game during its second phase.
• Unlock objects and work toward achievements.

During the second phase, changing events add another layer of challenge and can affect the players. You will need to adapt your plans, destroy the enemy, and keep your forces organized as the situation develops.

Success in AFU: Armed Forces of Ukraine depends on skillful troop management and preventing dismay from taking hold. Build a capable force, make the most of every resource, and strive to deliver a crushing defeat to the enemy.