# 1942 USS Yorktown

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 6.9
- **BGG Rank**: #5496
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30-45 min
- **Weight**: 2.32 / 5
- **Designers**: Esteban Fernandez
- **Artists**: Pedro Soto
- **Publishers**: Looping Games
- **Categories**: Aviation / Flight, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, Elapsed Real Time Ending, Real-Time, Solo / Solitaire Game

## Verdict
Fans of intense cooperative games will love this historical air combat simulation. The real-time pressure turns every match into a thrilling experience.Frantic real-time actionImmersive historical themeEssential organic cooperationEasy to learn, hard to masterCan be stressful for calm strategy loversRelies heavily on dice luckRECOMMENDED

## Description
In 1942 USS Yorktown, you and your friends become American pilots on a critical mission during the Battle of the Coral Sea. The game recreates the first naval battle where ships never saw each other — the entire fight happened in the skies, with fighter squadrons trying to locate and destroy the Japanese carrier Shōhō. Here, elaborate strategies give way to frantic real-time action. You'll roll dice to maneuver, attack and defend, all while the clock ticks mercilessly. Cooperation is essential — without teamwork, the mission is doomed. Get ready to shout coordinates, call for help and hope luck is on your side in this intense historical air combat simulation.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
1 to 4 players, always in cooperative mode.

### What's the average game duration?
Between 30 and 45 minutes — real time is a fundamental part of the experience.

### Does it need a lot of table space?
No, the game uses a compact board and some cards and pieces.

### Is it good for solo play?
Yes, solo mode works very well, but the cooperative chaos is even more fun.

### Do I need military history knowledge to play?
No, the theme is accessible to everyone. History fans will enjoy the extra details.

### What's the minimum recommended age?
12+ because of the real-time pressure and need to make quick decisions.

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