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If you love Dune and want a strategic wargame with an epic feel, this is it! The tension of Arrakis is all here.
- Immersive and faithful theme
- Dynamic dice system
- Sharp asymmetrical strategy
- High replayability
- Rules can be dense
- Can have some luck
About the game
What you do in a play session
This is an asymmetrical strategy game where two Houses (Atreides and Harkonnens) battle for planetary dominance. You will maneuver iconic troops like the Fremen, Fedaykin, and Sardaukar, send spice harvesters into the dangerous desert, and even confront the fearsome sandworms. The action dice system and event cards ensure that each playthrough tells the Dune saga in a new and exciting way. Prepare for intense battles, tactical decisions, and the pursuit of absolute control over Arrakis, where only one House will emerge victorious, while the other will be lost to the sands.
With gameplay that blends hand management, area movement, and influence control, Dune: War for Arrakis offers a deep and thematic experience. Variable setup and the option for team-based or solo play further enhance replayability. It's a game that demands planning, adaptation, and a bit of luck to overcome your opponent and emerge as the true ruler of Arrakis.
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Rules videos
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In English
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How to Play Dune: War for Arrakis in 31 Minutes
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Dune War For Arrakis - How To Play
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How to setup and play Dune: War for Arrakis
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Playthrough (with explanations)
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Dune: War for Arrakis - How to Play - CMON Kickstarter rule preview!
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Painting the Harkonnens: The Painted Mini, Dune War for Arrakis
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Dune: War for Arrakis Rules Challenge
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Dune: War for Arrakis: Does the Mahdi Solo Mode Work for You?
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The Painted Mini: Dune War for Arrakis, Let's Paint the Vehicles!
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Painting the Atreides
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Painting the Sandworms Dune: War for Arrakis
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Dune War for Arrakis: 3 & 4 Player Rules
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