# Up Front

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1983
- **BGG Rating**: 7.9
- **BGG Rank**: #1056
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 3.42 / 5
- **Designers**: Courtney F. Allen
- **Artists**: Charles Kibler, Rodger B. MacGowan
- **Publishers**: The Avalon Hill Game Co, Hobby Japan, Radiant Gaming, Wizards of the Coast
- **Categories**: Card Game, Wargame, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Events, Hand Management, Relative Movement, Simulation, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
For those who love the adrenaline of tactical combat without drowning in rules, Up Front is a gem! It's a card wargame that brings WWII to your table in a super dynamic and realistic way.Innovative and accessibleImmersive tactical combatFast-paced and engaging gameplayHigh replayabilityLanguage dependencyCan be complex initiallyTwo-player focusedRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you're into wargames but find most of them too complex or time-consuming, get ready to meet Up Front! Released in 1983, this classic reinvented the wheel by swapping hexes and charts for a brilliant card-driven system. The concept is straightforward: you command an infantry squad in World War II, and everything unfolds on a battlefield built from terrain cards. Actions are driven by action cards, and the distance between units is relative, adding a super realistic touch to combat and simulating the chaos and fear of war. 

Up Front is a card game that captures the essence of tactical combat without getting bogged down in complicated rules. It manages to be detailed and realistic, simulating factors like fear and confusion on the battlefield, something more complex games sometimes miss. The gameplay is agile, allowing for quick matches during lunch breaks, but it also offers campaign modes that can stretch for days. It's an open-ended game, letting you create your own battles with various units and equipment from the era. With a complexity rating of 4 out of 10, it's accessible for those wanting to enter the wargaming world, yet still challenging for veterans.

The game comes with a load of colorful cards for units, terrain, and actions, plus counters and a robust rulebook. It's an immersive and innovative combat experience that proves wargames can be accessible and dynamic. If you're looking for tactical realism with fluid gameplay and a touch of unpredictability, Up Front is a sure bet.

## FAQ
### How long does a game of Up Front take?
A typical game lasts around 60 minutes, but campaign versions can extend much longer, depending on the number of scenarios played.

### Is Up Front only for two players?
Yes, the game is specifically designed for two players competing against each other.

### What is the game's complexity?
Up Front is rated a 4 out of 10 on the Avalon Hill complexity scale, making it relatively accessible for a wargame, yet still challenging.

### Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has language dependency as the cards contain important information. Using translations or a fluent player to assist is recommended.

### What comes in the box?
The box includes playing cards, infantry cards, armored vehicle cards, counters, terrain cards, a card tray, and a rulebook with scenarios.

### Is it a traditional wargame with a board?
No, Up Front is innovative in its use of terrain cards to create the battlefield, doing away with the traditional hex-grid board of wargames.

### Who would you recommend Up Front to?
Recommended for players who enjoy tactical wargames but prefer a faster, card-focused experience, as well as fans of World War II.