Four Battles in North Africa (1976)

Four Battles in North Africa

Four Battles in North Africa is a collection of four board wargames published in 1976 by Simulations Publications, Inc. (SPI) that simulate various battles during the North African Campaign of World War II.

Why is Four Battles in North Africa Popular?

Four Battles in North Africa is significant because it was one of the first “quadrigames” to be released by SPI, which pioneered the idea of four games in one box that shared a single set of rules. The game debuted at #2 on SPI’s Top Ten Bestseller List the month it was released, but fell off the list after only four months.

Game Components of Four Battles in North Africa

The Game Components of Four Battles in North Africa include:
– 22″ x 28″ map
– 280 counters
– Rules booklet
– Four battle booklets

Game Setup of Four Battles in North Africa

The Game Setup of Four Battles in North Africa varies depending on the battle being played. Each battle has its own unique setup instructions, which are included in the corresponding battle booklet.

Gameplay Mechanics of Four Battles in North Africa

The game mechanics are the same for all four battles. Players take turns moving their units and engaging in combat. The game uses a hexagonal grid system to represent the battlefield, and each unit has its own set of combat values and movement allowances.

Game Objective of Four Battles in North Africa

The objective of each battle varies depending on the historical situation being simulated. For example, in the Battle of El Alamein, the Allied player must break through the Axis defenses and capture key objectives, while the Axis player must hold their ground and prevent the Allies from achieving their objectives.

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