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Panzer North Africa is a standalone tactical World War II wargame that brings the desert battles of North Africa to life. Command German, Italian, or British forces in detailed combined-arms engagements spanning the campaign from mid-1940 through late 1942. Designed by James M. Day, this entry in the acclaimed Panzer series combines historical accuracy with flexible gameplay, allowing players to recreate everything from small skirmishes to larger battalion-level actions.
Whether you are a veteran of the series or completely new to the system, Panzer North Africa offers a complete gaming experience without requiring any previous Panzer titles.
This game includes:
6 Double-Sided 10" × 27" Geomorphic Mapboards (12 Mapboards Total)
8 Full-Colour Counter Sheets
49 Double-Sided Unit Data Cards
45 Terrain Overlays
5 Charts, Tables and Reference Sheets
1 Basic Rulebook
1 Advanced Rulebook
1 Playbook
1 TO&E Booklet
4 Dice
Key Features:
Standalone World War II tactical combat system
Command German, Italian, and British forces
32 historical scenarios, including 5 solitaire scenarios
Four-scenario campaign game
Highly detailed armour, weapon, and penetration modelling
Modular rules system with Basic, Advanced, Optional, and Solitaire rules
Chit-based command system that keeps gameplay flowing smoothly
Extensive vehicle and infantry combat mechanics
Excellent balance between realism and playability
About the Game:
Set against the vast deserts of North Africa, Panzer North Africa recreates the fast-moving armoured warfare that defined the campaign between Axis and Allied forces. Players command individual tanks, vehicles, infantry squads, artillery, and aircraft while managing battlefield leadership, morale, command control, and tactical positioning.
The game is built around a detailed yet streamlined system where every vehicle is represented individually. Armour thickness, hit locations, firing angles, ammunition types, and crew quality all influence battlefield performance. Infantry operations are equally important, with squads, sections, and support weapons playing key roles in both attack and defence.
The modular rules structure allows players to tailor complexity to their preferences. Newcomers can begin with the Basic Rules, while experienced players can incorporate Advanced and Optional systems covering overwatch fire, indirect artillery, air support, smoke deployment, mines, command cohesion, morale effects, close assaults, and many other aspects of tactical combat.
The game includes 32 historical scenarios covering a wide variety of engagements between German, Italian, and British forces. Five dedicated solitaire scenarios and a linked campaign game provide substantial replayability, while the geomorphic mapboards and terrain overlays allow players to create countless unique battlefield layouts.
With its combination of historical depth, detailed armour modelling, and flexible scenario design, Panzer North Africa offers an outstanding tactical World War II experience for players who enjoy commanding forces at the sharp end of battle.
Game Details:
Players: 2+
Playing Time: 1+ Hours
Complexity: Medium–High
Solitaire Suitability: Medium–High
Age: 14+
Map Scale: 100 Metres per Hex
Time Scale: 15 Seconds to 15 Minutes
Unit Scale: Individual Tanks, Vehicles, Towed Guns and Aircraft; Infantry Squads, Half-Squads and Sections
Panzer North Africa is a standalone tactical World War II wargame that brings the desert battles of North Africa to life. Command German, Italian, or British forces in detailed combined-arms engagements spanning the campaign from mid-1940 through late 1942. Designed by James M. Day, this entry in the acclaimed Panzer series combines historical accuracy with flexible gameplay, allowing players to recreate everything from small skirmishes to larger battalion-level actions.
Whether you are a veteran of the series or completely new to the system, Panzer North Africa offers a complete gaming experience without requiring any previous Panzer titles.
This game includes:
6 Double-Sided 10" × 27" Geomorphic Mapboards (12 Mapboards Total)
8 Full-Colour Counter Sheets
49 Double-Sided Unit Data Cards
45 Terrain Overlays
5 Charts, Tables and Reference Sheets
1 Basic Rulebook
1 Advanced Rulebook
1 Playbook
1 TO&E Booklet
4 Dice
Key Features:
Standalone World War II tactical combat system
Command German, Italian, and British forces
32 historical scenarios, including 5 solitaire scenarios
Four-scenario campaign game
Highly detailed armour, weapon, and penetration modelling
Modular rules system with Basic, Advanced, Optional, and Solitaire rules
Chit-based command system that keeps gameplay flowing smoothly
Extensive vehicle and infantry combat mechanics
Excellent balance between realism and playability
About the Game:
Set against the vast deserts of North Africa, Panzer North Africa recreates the fast-moving armoured warfare that defined the campaign between Axis and Allied forces. Players command individual tanks, vehicles, infantry squads, artillery, and aircraft while managing battlefield leadership, morale, command control, and tactical positioning.
The game is built around a detailed yet streamlined system where every vehicle is represented individually. Armour thickness, hit locations, firing angles, ammunition types, and crew quality all influence battlefield performance. Infantry operations are equally important, with squads, sections, and support weapons playing key roles in both attack and defence.
The modular rules structure allows players to tailor complexity to their preferences. Newcomers can begin with the Basic Rules, while experienced players can incorporate Advanced and Optional systems covering overwatch fire, indirect artillery, air support, smoke deployment, mines, command cohesion, morale effects, close assaults, and many other aspects of tactical combat.
The game includes 32 historical scenarios covering a wide variety of engagements between German, Italian, and British forces. Five dedicated solitaire scenarios and a linked campaign game provide substantial replayability, while the geomorphic mapboards and terrain overlays allow players to create countless unique battlefield layouts.
With its combination of historical depth, detailed armour modelling, and flexible scenario design, Panzer North Africa offers an outstanding tactical World War II experience for players who enjoy commanding forces at the sharp end of battle.
Game Details:
Players: 2+
Playing Time: 1+ Hours
Complexity: Medium–High
Solitaire Suitability: Medium–High
Age: 14+
Map Scale: 100 Metres per Hex
Time Scale: 15 Seconds to 15 Minutes
Unit Scale: Individual Tanks, Vehicles, Towed Guns and Aircraft; Infantry Squads, Half-Squads and Sections
