Command the entire Pacific War through card-driven operations in one of the most acclaimed strategic wargames ever designed.
Vibe's take
grand strategic sweep, card-driven tension, Pacific War immersion, logistical depth
Who it's for
Dedicated wargamers who want the definitive Pacific War strategic experience with card-driven decision-making.
Not for you if…
You need games under four hours or prefer tactical-scale combat over grand strategy.
The entire Pacific War from Pearl Harbor to Japanese surrender in a single card-driven wargame. Empire of the Sun uses cards for both strategic operations and events, forcing constant decisions between historical flavor and operational necessity. The hex map covers the entire Pacific theater, and the logistics system captures the vast distances that defined the war. Mark Herman's masterwork is one of the most acclaimed strategic wargames ever published.
Players
Duration
360 min
Ages 16+
Complexity
4.4 / 5 — HeavyBGG Rating
6.7/10
Rank #881
2.2k ratings
Published
2005
Language
Heavy text
Designed by
Mark Herman
Published by
GMT Games, Devir
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Command the entire Pacific War through card-driven operations in one of the most acclaimed strategic wargames ever designed.
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