August 1942: The Solomon Islands
Japan occupies the Solomon Islands, interfering with Allied supply lines in the South Pacific. In a surprise attack, teh Americans capture Guadalcanal and its invaluable airstrip. As the Imperial Navy struggle to regain and strengthen it hold on the Solomons, the U.S. must press its counter-attack in order to sieze control of the island chain.
Axis & Allies: Guadalcanal challenges you to command a fleet of ships, direct aircraft, and deploy ground forces in order to dominate the enemy in one the crucial campaigns of World War II.
- Created by Larry Harris, designer of the Axis and Allies board game.
- Incorporates crucial elements that were key factors in the historical campaign, such as air strip construction, troop and supply transport, and furious land, sea, and air battles.
- Introduces the Cruiser unit as well as mechanics for land, sea and air combat in the South Pacific using a randomized casualties system.
- Provides fans with the historical counterpoint to the World War II experience offered by Axis and Allies: Battle of the Bulge.
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