Rommel’s War

About this board game

Rommel’s War is a two-player game about the first year of the war in the desert, played in approximately 60 minutes. Set from March through December 1941, it places both players in command of opposing forces during a pivotal period of desert warfare.

One player takes the role of Rommel, commanding the Axis forces. The other plays the British commanders, Wavell and Auchinleck. This opposing-command structure puts the focus on the decisions made by each side as the campaign unfolds.

• Players: 2
• Playing time: 60 minutes
• Campaign setting: March to December 1941
• Rules: 8 pages

With only eight pages of rules, Rommel’s War is designed to get players into the action quickly. Its short playing time makes it an accessible choice for players looking for a focused historical game rather than a lengthy commitment.

The game presents a fast-paced contest of decision in the desert, with each player representing a named command perspective from the campaign. The streamlined format and clear historical timeframe create a compact setting for two players to explore the first year of the war in the desert.

Released in 2024, Rommel’s War offers a concise way to experience this campaign through a direct Axis-versus-British confrontation. If you enjoy historical settings, command decisions, and games that can be completed in about an hour, this desert struggle is built to deliver a focused session.