Axis & Allies Miniatures
Avalon Hill, Wizards of the Coast · Board game · 2005
2 · best 2
60 min
Weight 2.3/5
9.0
rating
Ludopedia
6.5
rating
BGG
9.0
rating
Ludopedia
6.5
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Perfect for quick strategic play with historic miniatures. Collectibility meets warfare tactics in one-hour skirmishes.
Highlights
- Pre-painted, detailed miniatures
- Fast-paced, intense matches
- Great for WWII buffs
Keep in mind
- Miniature scale changed (12mm to 15mm)
- Requires translation for non-English speakers
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Axis & Allies Miniatures is a fast-paced tactical wargame where you command historic WWII squads in intense skirmishes. The pre-painted, detailed miniatures (initially 12mm, later 15mm) bring iconic tanks, infantry, and planes to the table. Each match lasts about an hour—perfect for strategic gameplay without the fluff. Build your army with collectible units (some rare!) and face off in historical scenarios or custom battles. Dice determine combat, but strategy wins wars. Best part? It’s playable straight out of the box—no painting or assembly required. Expansions added nations like Canada and Poland, plus experimental units, deepening tactical options. A solid pick for military history buffs or anyone wanting accessible miniature battles.
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Best player count
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2
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
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Publisher
Avalon Hill, Wizards of the Coast
Designer
Aaron Forsythe, Devin Low, Jonathan Tweet, Paul Barclay, Richard Baker
Artist
Blake Beasley, Christopher Moeller, Robert Raper, Ryan Sansaver
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
1,785owners
88wishlist
38want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do miniatures require assembly or painting?
Nope! They come pre-painted and ready to play straight out of the box.
How many players?
Only 2 players (head-to-head combat).
How long is a match?
About 60 minutes—fast for a wargame.
Are expansions necessary?
The base game includes enough units, but expansions add more nations and tactics.
Is it hard to learn?
BGG weight 2.3/5: accessible rules but deep strategy.
Are miniatures in a consistent scale?
No. Early expansions are 12mm; later ones switched to 15mm (vehicles got bigger).
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