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Our Verdict
If you love intense submarine battles, Foxtrot Map will blow your mind – an expansion that turns every game into a real‑time strategy test.
Highlights
- Real‑time combat
- Collaborative team play
- High strategic challenge
Keep in mind
- High complexity
- Requires good communication
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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Captain Sonar: Foxtrot Map is the expansion that takes submarine adrenaline to a whole new level. Instead of playing on a flat board, you control your own vessel in a real‑time underwater combat scenario, with teams of four players each, split into roles of captain, radio, radar, and periscope. The Foxtrot map features large islands that block sight and create more complex navigation routes, forcing each team to plan moves carefully while trying to spot the enemy’s position. The game still keeps the “Secret Unit Deployment” mechanic, where each submarine is positioned in secret and only revealed when actions are executed, keeping tension and surprise alive. The experience is frantic: while one player narrates their team’s moves in real time, another tries to intercept and block, all while the clock ticks on. For those who love team games that require communication, strategy, and a dash of improvisation, Foxtrot Map is an addition that will keep your brain in constant alert mode. If you already know the original Captain Sonar and want an extra challenge, don’t miss the chance to try this high‑complexity, high‑fun map.
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Publisher
Matagot
Designer
Roberto Fraga, Yohan Lemonnier
How many players can play Foxtrot Map?
The game supports 2 to 8 players, organized into four‑player teams – either two teams of four or four teams of two.
How long does a game last?
Each game typically lasts between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on decision speed and route complexity.
Is the game difficult for beginners?
The expansion raises complexity compared to the base game, so it’s best for those already familiar with Captain Sonar and who enjoy a challenge.
What are the main components?
The set includes four laminated Foxtrot maps, submarine pieces, action cards, position tokens, and a real‑time clock.
Who is the target audience?
Players who enjoy team games, real‑time strategy, and nautical themes, especially fans of Captain Sonar.
Do I need any special equipment?
No, just the expansion set and the base game. The real‑time clock can be a regular stopwatch or the official game timer.
How does the Secret Unit Deployment mechanic work?
Each team secretly positions its submarines in the Secret Deployment Area, and they are revealed only when the action is executed, keeping the surprise.