Undaunted: North Africa

Undaunted: North AfricaUndaunted: North Africa The game Undaunted: North Africa is a two player, deck building, tactical combat board game designed by Trevor Benjamin and David Thompson and published by Osprey Games. It is the second standalone title in the Undaunted series. It puts players in command of forces fighting in the North African Theater of World War II. Why We Recommend This Product The game is a masterclass in combining the strategic decision making of a

Undaunted: North Africa

The game Undaunted: North Africa is a two-player, deck-building, tactical combat board game designed by Trevor Benjamin and David Thompson and published by Osprey Games. It is the second standalone title in the Undaunted series. It puts players in command of forces fighting in the North African Theater of World War II.

Why We Recommend This Product

The game is a masterclass in combining the strategic decision-making of a wargame with the streamlined play of a modern deck-builder.

• Streamlined Wargaming: It simplifies the complex logistics of military combat into a swift-playing card game, making it an excellent entry point for new wargamers.
• Engaging Mechanics: The core mechanic of taking casualties (removing cards from your deck) and the tough choice of using cards for initiative (going first) versus using them for powerful actions are highly tense and impactful.
• Asymmetrical Factions: Players command either the irregular British Long Range Desert Group (LRDG), who focus on demolition and sabotage, or the conventional Royal Italian Army, who utilize heavier firepower and vehicles.
• Adds Vehicles: Unlike the first game, North Africa introduces vehicles (trucks, tanks) which soldiers can enter and operate, adding a new layer of tactical depth and maneuverability to the battlefield.
• Campaign Play: The game features a series of scenarios that are woven together to form a larger campaign, offering a cohesive and varied narrative experience.

The game is a brilliant, tight, and highly-regarded installment in the series. It transports players to the shifting sands and rocky terrain of the North African campaign.

Each round is a tug-of-war for control as players play unit cards to move troops on the modular map, scout new areas, and engage the enemy. The constant threat of your best unit cards being removed from the deck means every decision—from choosing which unit to bolster to which tile to attack—carries significant weight.

Undaunted: North Africa is ideal for competitive players who enjoy deep tactical depth packed into a relatively quick playing time. The game's strong visual presentation and historical theme make it a compelling choice for both history enthusiasts and board game aficionados.