Axis & Allies Anniversary Edition
- Players
- 2-6
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 360 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 12+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.1 / 5
- Year
- 2008
About the game
Axis & Allies Anniversary Edition is an expansive WWII wargame celebrating Avalon Hill's 50th anniversary, introducing Italy as a third Axis nation and cruiser units to the naval lineup. Played on the largest Axis & Allies board yet, at 24x46 inches, with over 600 pieces, players recreate the global conflict through area control, movement, and dice-resolved combat across land, sea, and air. Teams of Axis and Allied powers battle for global dominance in this grand-scale strategy game.
Hobbli's Notes
Hobbli regards this as the definitive big-box edition of a wargaming classic: a serious commitment, but the scale and scope are genuinely impressive for dedicated wargamers.
What we like
- Massive, epic scale recreating the whole of WWII.
- Team-based play encourages cooperation and alliance-building.
- Huge amount of content and over 600 miniatures.
- Deep strategic area control across multiple theaters.
Keep in mind
- Extremely long playtime, potentially up to six hours.
- Very high commitment score demands a dedicated, experienced group.
- Requires substantial table space and setup time.
Who it's for
Best for serious wargamers and history enthusiasts ages 12+, in team-based groups of 2-6, ready for a lengthy session.
