# Afrika: 2nd Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2006
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: #4861
- **Players**: 1-2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 120-720 min
- **Weight**: 2.67 / 5
- **Designers**: Dean Essig
- **Artists**: Dean Essig, Nicolás Eskubi
- **Publishers**: The Gamers, Multi-Man Publishing
- **Categories**: Wargame, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Ratio / Combat Results Table, Simulation

## Verdict
A high-level operational wargame for those wanting to dominate the desert without being bogged down by overly heavy rules.Perfect balance of detail and accessibilityRealistic focus on logistics and suppliesExcellent for solo or two-player gamesVery well executed operational scaleRequires focus on resource managementPlaytime can be quite longRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you're looking for a solid strategic challenge without a thousand-page manual, Afrika: 2nd Edition is your game. We're talking about an operational simulation of the North African campaign from 1940 to 1942, focusing on what truly decides desert warfare: logistics. Here, moving troops isn't enough; you must master the supply system to keep your battalions from starving in the middle of nowhere. As part of the prestigious Standard Combat Series, this game achieves the near-magical balance of being historically detailed and realistic, while maintaining an accessible complexity that won't drive you away from the table. The game is played at an operational scale, meaning you manage everything from battalions to divisions, moving across a hex grid representing the arid terrain. It's a duel of intelligence and resource management where every move counts. If you're a wargame fan seeking something more dynamic than ultra-heavy classics, but still requiring real strategic thinking, this is it. It's the perfect two-player game, and also an excellent option for solo players. Prepare your invasion plans, mind your supply lines, and try to dominate the desert!

## FAQ
### Is the game too hard for beginners?
Not at all! It's designed to be accessible, even for a detailed wargame.

### Can I play solo?
Absolutely! It's very well adapted for solo play.

### How long does a game last?
It can vary from 3 hours to much longer, depending on the campaign's complexity.

### What is the main focus of the game?
Supply management and operational movement in the desert.

### How many players is it intended for?
It's a classic duel for 2 players.

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