The War Game: World War II

About this board game

The War Game: World War II is a strategic-level World War II board game for 2–6 players, with an approximate play time of 240 minutes. Released in 2005, it presents the entire war across a gargantuan 4′ × 8′ map.

Fans often describe it as “Axis and Allies on Steroids”. Its rules and mechanics are similar enough to Axis and Allies to offer a familiar foundation, while also introducing differences and additions that give the game its own identity.

The map divides the non-neutral world among eight major powers. Areas correspond mostly to countries, with larger countries broken down into multiple areas for the strategic view of the conflict.

• Players: 2–6
• Play time: approximately 240 minutes
• Map size: 4′ × 8′
• Release year: 2005

The eight major powers are Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States, China, and France. Together, they divide up the non-neutral world in a broad strategic portrayal of World War II.

With its enormous playing surface and country-focused map, The War Game: World War II is built around a sweeping view of the conflict rather than a small, localized engagement. Its scale and Axis and Allies-inspired mechanics make it a substantial choice for players seeking a long strategic board game centered on the world’s largest war.