About Desert War
Desert War is an expansion variant to Up Front. Some of the scenarios and nationalities alluded to herein are found only in the latter. Just as Banzai provided a new environment and more nationalities for Up Front players, Desert War provides a new theatre for the skirmishes of existing nationalities as well as intriguing new hand capacities and nationality traits.
- Released
- 1989
- Designers
- Don Hawthorne, Neal Schlaffer
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 2 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Desert War?
Desert War plays with 2 players.
What is the best player count for Desert War?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Desert War is best with 2 players (6 votes).
How long does Desert War take to play?
A game of Desert War takes 60 min.
What age is Desert War for?
The recommended minimum age for Desert War is 12+.
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