B-29 Superfortress

Khyber Pass Games, Legion Wargames LLC · Board game · 2008
29.0 Ludopedia 7.0 BGG 1 · best 1 Solo 90 min Weight 2.7/5
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29.0 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love soaring high and dealing with the chaos of a WWII bomber, this solo will hook you.

Highlights
  • Deep historical immersion
  • Varied mission challenges
  • Well‑balanced simulation rules
Keep in mind
  • Steep learning curve
  • English‑only rules
  • Dice‑heavy randomness
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About the game

What you do in a play session

B-29 Superfortress puts you in the seat of the most advanced bomber of World War II. This solo game simulates the missions of the Twentieth Air Force, which launched from the Marianas toward Japan between 1944 and 1945. Your goal is to complete a series of 35 flights – high and low altitude, day and night – and return home a hero, helping end the conflict without a bloody invasion. Each mission presents varied challenges: Japanese fighter attacks, anti‑aircraft flak, searchlight spotting, storms, and mechanical failures. You may suffer a shattered windshield, cabin pressure loss, oxygen shortage, damaged landing gear, compromised navigation, leaking fuel tanks, or disabled guns. All of this is resolved with dice rolls that model success or disaster probabilities, while simulation rules handle fuel consumption, pressurization, and even kamikaze attacks. The game includes a detailed crew sheet for the 11 members – pilot, co‑pilot, bombardier, navigator, flight engineer, radio operator, central fire controller, left and right gunners, radar operator and rear gunner – each influencing the aircraft’s performance. Despite the high realism, the flow stays brisk: tables and data are organized so you can focus on decision‑making rather than paperwork. If you love historical wargames, flight simulations and intense solo challenges, B-29 Superfortress delivers an immersive experience that makes you feel the pressure of commanding a 100‑ton giant on a 1,500‑mile journey over hostile territory.

Best player count

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Solo · 1 player
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Country: USA Digital Implementations: VASSAL Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Players: Solitaire Only Games Players: Solitaire Only Wargames Players: Wargames with Solitaire Rules
Publisher Khyber Pass Games, Legion Wargames LLC
Designer Shawn Rife, Steve Dixon
Artist Brandon Pennington, Randy Lein

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
It is designed as a strictly solo experience.
How long does a game take?
A single mission usually lasts 30–60 minutes; completing the full 35‑mission tour can take around 90 minutes or more.
What is the complexity level?
The game rates about 2.5–3 on the BGG scale – it demands attention to detail but isn’t overwhelming.
What components are included?
Mission boards, crew sheets, data tables, damage markers, event cards, and a set of custom dice.
Do I need to know English?
Yes, the rules are only available in English and the translation is incomplete, so some English proficiency is recommended.

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