Asymmetric card-driven simulation of the War on Terror. US counterterrorism vs. jihadist strategy.
Vibe's take
geopolitically intense, asymmetric, card-driven tension, thought-provoking, simulation depth
Who it's for
Wargamers and political game fans who want a serious, nuanced take on modern geopolitics.
Not for you if…
You want light entertainment. The subject matter is heavy and the simulation is complex.
An asymmetric 2-player card-driven game simulating the post-9/11 geopolitical landscape. One player is the US managing global counterterrorism; the other plays jihadist forces trying to establish a caliphate. Card events represent real historical moments that force difficult strategic trade-offs. The US must balance military action, diplomacy, and regime change across Muslim-majority countries while managing world opinion. A serious, thought-provoking political simulation that treats its subject matter with genuine depth.
Players
Duration
180 min
Ages 16+
Complexity
3.7 / 5 — HeavyBGG Rating
6.9/10
Rank #641
5.2k ratings
Published
2010
Language
Heavy text
Designed by
Volko Ruhnke
Published by
Asterion Press, Bard Centrum Gier, GMT Games, Udo Grebe Gamedesign
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Asymmetric card-driven simulation of the War on Terror. US counterterrorism vs. jihadist strategy.
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