# War at Sea

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1976
- **BGG Rating**: 6.6
- **BGG Rank**: #4663
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 120 min
- **Weight**: 1.96 / 5
- **Designers**: John Edwards
- **Artists**: Art Lupinacci, John Edwards, Robert D. Watts, W. Scott Moores
- **Publishers**: The Avalon Hill Game Co
- **Categories**: Nautical, Wargame, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Simulation

## Verdict
Fans of naval strategy and WWII will love this classic. Easy to learn but packed with tactical decisions!Thrilling naval battlesU-boats add tensionLarge, immersive mapRequires translationOnly 2 playersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
War at Sea is a simple yet strategic wargame that recreates the Battle of the Atlantic and naval conflicts in the Mediterranean during World War II. The board divides the seas into 6 areas, and players move their ships from home ports to these regions. When ships meet, battle ensues! Dice rolls determine the outcome, and the game continues until one side retreats or is wiped out. Controlling areas earns Points of Control (POC), and the Germans have the advantage of U-boats, which can harass the Allies even after combat. Meanwhile, the Allies must escort convoys across the Atlantic—reaching England scores one POC, but making it to Russia is a triple score! With detailed miniatures and a large battle map, the game is fast-paced and action-packed, perfect for fans of historical naval strategy.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
Only 2 players, one controlling the Allies and the other the Axis Powers.

### What's the average playtime?
About 2 hours, depending on strategy and battles.

### Does it require translation?
Yes, the game has language dependency and needs translation to be played in Portuguese.

### Is it a complex game?
No, it's considered simple for a wargame, but still requires strategy.

### Who will enjoy this game the most?
Fans of wargames, military history, or naval strategy.