Axis & Allies 1941 (released in 2012) is a global WWII game that was released as a simplified and shorter-playing version of previous versions. Estimated time to play is 1.5 to 2 hours. It is suggested that this version is a good starter game for those looking to get into playing the Axis & Allies series of board games.
The Axis forces consist of Germany and Japan, with the Allies consisting of the UK, USA and Soviet Union. The game is won by controlling any 2 enemy capitals at the end of the turn.
Regular Axis & Allies players will notice tweaks such as industrial complexes printed on the board (as opposed to being markers) and newly styled unit pieces.
Below find rule books, links to forums, and other game insight. Links open in a new window.
Rule Books:
- Rule Book [PDF]
Forum Discussions:
Downloads:
Details:
- Players: 2-5
- Board dimensions: 32 x 17.5 inches or 83 x 44 cm
- Global board
- Allies: United Kingdom, Soviet Union, United States
- Axis: Germany, Japan
Game Primer Video:
A Closer Look:
Game box.
Inside the box.
Board art.
Game board.
Game dice.
Mobilization zone.
Game board ready to play.
New cardboard chips.
Setup information now on rulebook.
Soviet units.
Australia, with an industrial complex printed on the board.
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There is your quick review of ‘1941’ version of Axis & Allies. Be sure to check out all of the other versions of Axis & Allies as well!