Rivet Wars: Eastern Front
asmodee, Cool Mini Or Not, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2014
2 · best 2
30 min
Weight 2.4/5
Buy · from US$ 69.71
8.1
rating
Ludopedia
7.0
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Fans of war games with a twist will love Rivet Wars: Eastern Front — deep strategy disguised as cuteness!
Highlights
- Unique and creative dieselpunk theme
- RTS mechanics adapted to board games
- Charming visuals full of personality
- Modular board boosts replayability
Keep in mind
- Can feel too random due to dice
- Limited to 2 players
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Rivet Wars: Eastern Front is a miniatures strategy game set in a unique dieselpunk universe where World War I never ended — just with walking tanks, armored cavalry, and absurd diesel-powered vehicles. Designed by Ted Terranova (who worked on games like Rise of Nations), it features cute anime-style visuals, but don’t be fooled: behind the charming chibis lies a tense tactical game full of dark humor and tough decisions. Players control asymmetric armies, capture bunkers for resources, and deploy units on a modular board, outmaneuvering opponents with grid movement and strategic dice rolls. The flow feels like a board game RTS, with constant back-and-forth — you might be losing, then suddenly flip the game with a surprise move. Get ready for a strangely adorable war!
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Publisher
asmodee, Cool Mini Or Not, Edge Entertainment
Designer
Bill Podurgiel, Ted Terranova
Community
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3,359owners
364wishlist
45want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players?
Only 2 — it’s a head-to-head battle game.
Language dependent?
Yes, but you can play with a translated reference sheet.
How long does it take?
About 30 minutes, perfect for a quick and intense match.
Do miniatures need painting?
Nope, they come pre-painted and battle-ready!
Is it hard to learn?
Medium weight (2.4/5 on BGG) — best if you’ve played strategy games before.
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