How many players is Attack Sub?

Attack Sub plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 12 and up.

How long does Attack Sub take to play?

A game of Attack Sub takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (2.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Attack Sub any good?

Attack Sub rates 6.6/10 from 486 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / modern warfare game built around campaign / battle card driven.

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Attack Sub (1991)

2 players · 30 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.6 on BGG

Players: 2
Play time: 30 min
Age: 12+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.6/10

Best for 2 players aged 12+ who like card game games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Attack Sub

Attack Sub is a card based wargame similar to Up Front. The topic is modern submarine warfare (Mostly US/Nato vs. Soviet/Warsaw Pact, but there is an occasional Falklands War scenario.) Each player has one or more submarines and/or surface ships. Each ship is represented on an individual large card with counters showing current contact status and damage. Each player plays cards to increase their "contact level" relative to their opponent. Contact level abstractly re…

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Card Game Modern Warfare Nautical Wargame

Mechanics: Campaign / Battle Card Driven · Designer: Courtney F. Allen

Players: 2P

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Attack Sub FAQ

How many players is Attack Sub?: Attack Sub plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 12 and up.
How long does Attack Sub take to play?: A game of Attack Sub takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (2.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Attack Sub any good?: Attack Sub rates 6.6/10 from 486 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / modern warfare game built around campaign / battle card driven.