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Cover of the game Flames of War: The World War II Miniatures Game

Flames of War: The World War II Miniatures Game

Battlefront Miniatures Ltd · Board game · 2002
8.8 Ludopedia
7.1 BoardGameGeek
2 · best 2
120 min
Weight 3.3/5
Year 2002
Minimum age 14+
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8.8 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BoardGameGeek
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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

If you love military strategy and miniatures, you'll enjoy assembling armies and planning tactics. The game nails the balance between realism and fun.

Highlights
  • Detailed and customizable miniatures
  • Good balance between simulation and playability
  • Quick matches for a wargame
Keep in mind
  • Requires translation to play
  • Initial investment can be high
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Flames of War is a miniature wargame that puts you in command of historical World War II battles. With 15mm scale miniatures (1:100), you assemble your army with tanks, soldiers, and artillery to face an opponent in scenarios that recreate real conflicts. The game balances simulation and playability, with matches lasting about two hours. The second edition of the rules, released in 2006, incorporated community feedback and FAQs from the first edition, refining the experience. You can use miniatures from other manufacturers as long as they respect the scale, which makes customization easier. The game is focused on two players, perfect for strategic duels where every decision can turn the tide.

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

1 videos

In English

Best player count

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Duel · 2 players
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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Dice Rolling Line of Sight Measurement Movement Modular Board Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game Simulation Variable Player Powers

Categories

Book Miniatures Wargame World War II

Families

Components: Miniature agnostic Game: Flames of War Players: Two-Player Only Games Players: Wargames with Rules Supporting Only Two Players
Publisher Battlefront Miniatures Ltd
Designer Phil Yates
Artist David Pentland, Vincent Wai

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

1,708owners
152wishlist
30want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a game last?
About 2 hours, depending on the scenario and players' experience.
Do I need to paint the miniatures?
It's not mandatory, but it's part of the experience and helps differentiate units on the battlefield.
Can I use miniatures from other brands?
Yes, as long as they follow the 15mm (1:100) scale.
Is it hard to learn?
There's a learning curve, but the second edition rules are more accessible than the first.
Do I need to buy many expansions?
No, the rulebook and a basic army are enough to start.

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