North Africa '40, the opening battles of the desert war
North Africa '40 is the prequel expansion to North Africa '41, covering the period from September 1940 through December 1941. Players can explore two major historical campaigns: Operazione E, the Italian invasion of Egypt, and Operation Compass, the Allied counter-offensive that changed the course of the war in North Africa. Both scenarios can be extended into full campaigns reaching the end of 1941.
Critical strategic decisions for both sides
As the Allied commander, can you destroy the Italian 10th Army before German reinforcements arrive? Will you be able to cope with the diversion of British resources to Greece while maintaining pressure in North Africa? As the Italian commander, can you overcome the challenge posed by the heavily armored Matilda tanks, avoid the mistakes of your historical counterparts, and keep the coastal road open for the arrival of Erwin Rommel and the Afrika Korps?
New rules reflecting the 1940 campaign
The expansion introduces new mechanisms covering General O'Connor, Italian camps, civilian evacuees and stragglers, tank reliability, Italian Saharan forces, Libyan Tank Command, Sollum Port, and post-Operation Compass refits. These additions help recreate the unique operational challenges faced by both sides during the campaign.
An essential expansion for North Africa '41
Designed as a companion to North Africa '41, this expansion significantly broadens the scope of the series by exploring the crucial opening stages of the desert campaign. Combining operational challenges, logistics, and strategic decision-making, North Africa '40 delivers an immersive World War II wargaming experience.
