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Rommel in the Desert (1982)

2 players · 150 min · age 12+ · ★ 7.5 on BGG

Players
2
Play time
150 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
7.5/10

Best for 2 players aged 12+ who like wargame games — medium complexity, plays in 150 min.

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About Rommel in the Desert

The original WWII block wargame, featuring the conflict in North Africa.

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WargameWorld War II

Mechanics: Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Secret Unit Deployment · Designer: Craig Besinque

Players: 2P

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Rommel in the Desert FAQ

How many players is Rommel in the Desert?
Rommel in the Desert plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 12 and up.
How long does Rommel in the Desert take to play?
A game of Rommel in the Desert takes 150 min, at medium complexity (3.4/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Rommel in the Desert any good?
Rommel in the Desert rates 7.5/10 from 993 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a wargame / world war ii game built around dice rolling, hexagon grid, secret unit deployment.