Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 is a solitaire operational wargame that recreates one of the fiercest and most destructive urban battles of the Second World War. Taking command of the American XIV Corps during the assault on Manila, you must fight through heavily defended streets, overcome determined Japanese resistance, and secure victory while managing dwindling morale and mounting casualties.
Designed as the second title in Take Aim Designs' series of solo area-movement games, Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 combines quick gameplay with meaningful decisions and high replayability, ensuring that no two campaigns unfold quite the same way.
This game includes:
17" × 22" Mounted Map
One Sheet of 5/8" Die-Cut Counters
Player Aid Card
Rulebook
Seven Six-Sided Dice (4 Green and 3 Red)
Solitaire operational-level World War II wargame
Command the American assault during the Battle of Manila
Nine-turn campaign covering February and March 1945
Dynamic enemy system controlling the Japanese defenders
Random events, uncertain supply deliveries, and hidden enemy strength
Fast setup in under 15 minutes
Low counter density with excellent replayability
Suitable for both newcomers and experienced wargamers
Following years of jungle warfare and island-hopping campaigns across the Pacific, the Battle of Manila marked the first major urban combat faced by American forces in the theatre. The struggle to capture the city became one of the bloodiest engagements of the war, with fierce resistance and devastating destruction throughout the Philippine capital.
In Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945, you command the highly mobile American XIV Corps as it advances from the outskirts of the city toward the fortified government district, while the game system manages the largely static but determined Japanese defenders. Every turn introduces fresh challenges through random events, uncertain supply deliveries, hidden defensive positions, and changing battlefield conditions, making every campaign feel different.
As your forces push deeper into the city, Japanese resistance intensifies. Units gradually become exhausted after prolonged fighting, while overall morale steadily declines as pressure mounts to achieve a rapid victory. Balancing aggressive attacks with careful preservation of your forces becomes essential if you hope to match or surpass the historical Allied advance before morale collapses.
With its streamlined mechanics, quick playing time, and constantly evolving situations, Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 offers an engaging solo experience that captures both the tactical challenges and operational decisions faced during one of the Pacific War's most brutal urban battles.
Players: 1
Playing Time: Approximately 60–120 Minutes
Complexity: Low to Medium
Game Scale: Operational / Area Movement
Recommended Age: 14+
Lead the American assault through shattered streets, overcome determined defenders, and manage the difficult balance between speed, casualties, and morale. Combining fast setup, high replayability, and an intelligent solo system, Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 delivers an accessible yet historically rich World War II gaming experience for solo players.
Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 is a solitaire operational wargame that recreates one of the fiercest and most destructive urban battles of the Second World War. Taking command of the American XIV Corps during the assault on Manila, you must fight through heavily defended streets, overcome determined Japanese resistance, and secure victory while managing dwindling morale and mounting casualties.
Designed as the second title in Take Aim Designs' series of solo area-movement games, Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 combines quick gameplay with meaningful decisions and high replayability, ensuring that no two campaigns unfold quite the same way.
This game includes:
17" × 22" Mounted Map
One Sheet of 5/8" Die-Cut Counters
Player Aid Card
Rulebook
Seven Six-Sided Dice (4 Green and 3 Red)
Solitaire operational-level World War II wargame
Command the American assault during the Battle of Manila
Nine-turn campaign covering February and March 1945
Dynamic enemy system controlling the Japanese defenders
Random events, uncertain supply deliveries, and hidden enemy strength
Fast setup in under 15 minutes
Low counter density with excellent replayability
Suitable for both newcomers and experienced wargamers
Following years of jungle warfare and island-hopping campaigns across the Pacific, the Battle of Manila marked the first major urban combat faced by American forces in the theatre. The struggle to capture the city became one of the bloodiest engagements of the war, with fierce resistance and devastating destruction throughout the Philippine capital.
In Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945, you command the highly mobile American XIV Corps as it advances from the outskirts of the city toward the fortified government district, while the game system manages the largely static but determined Japanese defenders. Every turn introduces fresh challenges through random events, uncertain supply deliveries, hidden defensive positions, and changing battlefield conditions, making every campaign feel different.
As your forces push deeper into the city, Japanese resistance intensifies. Units gradually become exhausted after prolonged fighting, while overall morale steadily declines as pressure mounts to achieve a rapid victory. Balancing aggressive attacks with careful preservation of your forces becomes essential if you hope to match or surpass the historical Allied advance before morale collapses.
With its streamlined mechanics, quick playing time, and constantly evolving situations, Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 offers an engaging solo experience that captures both the tactical challenges and operational decisions faced during one of the Pacific War's most brutal urban battles.
Players: 1
Playing Time: Approximately 60–120 Minutes
Complexity: Low to Medium
Game Scale: Operational / Area Movement
Recommended Age: 14+
Lead the American assault through shattered streets, overcome determined defenders, and manage the difficult balance between speed, casualties, and morale. Combining fast setup, high replayability, and an intelligent solo system, Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 delivers an accessible yet historically rich World War II gaming experience for solo players.
