# Blitzkrieg!: World War Two in 20 Minutes

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: #506
- **Players**: 1-2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20-45 min
- **Weight**: 1.91 / 5
- **Designers**: Paolo Mori
- **Artists**: Alan D'Amico, Paolo Mori, Paul Sizer
- **Publishers**: PSC Games, Banana Games, Giochix.it, Maldito Games, Matagot, Schwerkraft-Verlag
- **Categories**: Wargame, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Kill Steal, Race, Solo / Solitaire Game, Take That, Tug of War, Worker Placement, Different Worker Types

## Verdict
A pocket-sized wargame perfect for those seeking strategy without the fluff.Fast and intense gameplayEasy to learnGreat solo modeVery immersive themeStrictly for two playersRelies on token drawingRECOMMENDED

## Description
Want to feel the weight of history without spending four hours reading a 50-page manual? Blitzkrieg! is your game. The goal here is to recreate the most intense moments of World War II in a record time of just 20 minutes. It is exactly the kind of title that breaks the prejudice that every wargame must be a monster of complexity and long playtime.

The game is an intense duel between two players vying for control over the most iconic theaters of operation from the conflict. Forget about those frustrating dice rolls that decide everything by luck; here, the focus is on strategic management. You will use a bag to draw army tokens, determining your starting forces and attempting to replenish your losses throughout the match. The heart of the game lies in resource allocation: you decide where to deploy your military strength to win campaigns, securing victory points, special weapons, and tactical advantages that can shift the tide of battle in an instant.

The gameplay is fast-paced and direct, functioning almost like a constant tug-of-war for global supremacy. If you enjoy games where every decision matters and where you can pull off a 'take that' move to snatch a crucial advantage from your opponent, you are going to have a blast. Furthermore, it won't leave you hanging if you're playing alone, as it includes a very well-structured solo mode. It is the perfect dose of military strategy for those with limited time who refuse to compromise on deep, thematic competition.

## FAQ
### Is the game hard to learn?
Not at all! It was specifically designed to be an accessible wargame, with straightforward rules you can pick up in minutes.

### Can I play it solo?
Yes! It includes a very competent solo mode, perfect for practicing strategies without needing an opponent.

### How long does a game last?
As the name suggests, the idea is to resolve the conflict in about 20 to 45 minutes.

### Do I need to know English to play?
No, the game is very intuitive and relies more on icons and components than long texts.

### Is it too luck-based?
There is a luck element with drawing tokens from the bag, but winning depends on how strategically you manage those resources.

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