Test of Arms
- Players: 2 players
- Play time: 120 min
- BGG rating: 6.2
About Test of Arms
Test of Arms is part of GDW's First Battle series. It covers post-WWII tactical engagements, with scenarios for Ogaden War, the Angolan Civil War, the Korean War, Lebanese Wars, Arab-Israeli Wars, Indo-Pakistani Wars, Libya vs. Egypt, Libya vs. Chad, Indochinese Wars, the Persian Gulf War, Soviets in Afghanistan, the Contra War, the Falklands War, and the Assault on Grenada. It uses geomorphic mapboards to represent the different lands fought over. Game scale is 200 meters per hex, individual vehicles, infantry units are squads, weapons teams and individual leaders. Each game turn represents approximately 5 to 8 minutes (not specifically mentioned in the rules). Contents: - Rules Booklet - Scenario Booklet (29 Scenarios) - 2 Counter sheets (240 x 2) - 6 Geomorphic Maps (#'s 1 to 6) - 1 Campaign Map - Counter Tray with lid - 1 D6
- Released
- 1988
- Designers
- Frank Chadwick, Marc W. Miller, Lester Smith
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 2 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Test of Arms?
Test of Arms plays with 2 players.
What is the best player count for Test of Arms?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Test of Arms is best with 2 players (1 vote).
How long does Test of Arms take to play?
A game of Test of Arms takes 120 min.
What age is Test of Arms for?
The recommended minimum age for Test of Arms is 12+.
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