Author Archive: Freddie
Axis & Allies Stickers
October 12, 2020
What? Axis & Allies stickers? Yep. Our friends at Spreadshirt just added vinyl stickers to their line up, and we dove right in. I’m thinking these may be a no-brainer for a good chunk of Axis & Allies players.
Continue ReadingAxis & Allies Global 1940 Board Size
October 8, 2020
One question worth asking before attempting to play Axis & Allies Global 1940, is whether you have a table big enough to hold the board. You think I’m kidding, but – no – it’s something to consider.
Continue ReadingAxis & Allies Europe Map
October 8, 2020
Need a copy of the map/board for Axis & Allies Europe? We’ve got you covered. Below, find the Axis & Allies Europe map available as JPG or PDF.
Continue ReadingAxis & Allies gift ideas
November 30, 2019
Christmas is almost upon us, and you may be seeking the perfect gift for the Axis & Allies player in your life. Fortunately, we have a few Axis & Allies gift ideas. Let’s get started.
Continue ReadingAxis & Allies Global 1940 ANZAC strategy
January 27, 2019
I’m not going to say this is a for sure best strategy for ANZAC (or that it’s always possible) but the following is what I did in an Axis & Allies Global 1940 game when in charge of ANZAC.
Continue ReadingAxis & Allies Global 1940 – USA: Things you need to know
November 17, 2018
You’ve drawn the powerful USA in your Axis & Allies Global 1940 game. What things should you be aware of before you get playing? I’ve compiled some things below. Got more? Please comment at the bottom of this post!
Europe/Global 1940: Who controls the canal and narrow straights?
November 15, 2018
Playing Axis & Allies 1940 (Europe or Global) and need to know when boats can pass through a canal and narrow straight?
Axis and Allies: Girls v Guys
January 1, 2017
In the last two games of Axis & Allies that we’ve played, we’ve randomly drawn a girls v guys scenario for teams. The lads drew Allied countries and the ladies Axis. I’m not saying there is a need for this, but if the ladies wanted an extra advantage they may want to try playing a wide rotation of AC/DC – per below.
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Playing China
December 4, 2016
Let’s say you’re the one who plays China in Axis & Allies. That means you’re likely playing one of the other Allied countries, and have China tacked onto your role. Playing the US? You’ll likely also be playing China.
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Axis & Allies Global 1940 – Second Edition Rules (Mobile Friendly)
August 6, 2016
You’re playing Axis & Allies Global 1940 and need to look up the rules on your smartphone. That PDF is nasty to dig through on a phone, right? Below find a copy/paste of *most* of the rules necessary to play Global 1940 with Second Edition rules. Some of the more basic items have been left out. It’s more useful for those who have played the game many times but still need to look up a rule here and there. For the full rules consult our Axis & Allies Rule Books page. Continue Reading