Crisis in Korea

Loose Nukes

Loose Nukes is a micro-war game that simulates the challenges of tracking down and securing nuclear weapons scattered throughout North Korea in the event of the DPRK's dissolution and subsequent civil conflict. The game is played by two players, representing the United States-Republic of Korea (US-ROK) alliance and the People's Republic of China (PRC). The objective is to secure as many nuclear weapons as possible before the forces of the former DPRK create a no-win situation.

Players must make strategic decisions about how to allocate their limited resources and time, while managing the risk of nuclear escalation. The game is designed to be both challenging and realistic, offering players a unique opportunity to understand the complex challenges of securing nuclear weapons in times of crisis.

KTO Crisis

KTO Crisis is a micro-war game that simulates a potential conflict on the Korean Peninsula. The objective of the game is to secure territories with limited armies, while avoiding nuclear escalation and third-party intervention. The game highlights the delicate balance between achieving a favorable end state and managing strategic risks.

KTO Crisis simplifies a variety of complex factors involved in a Korean conflict, such as conventional military operations, chemical and biological weapons, nuclear escalation, and strategic risk calculation. However, it still offers players a valuable opportunity to understand the challenges of a Korean conflict and learn about the usefulness and limitations of war games.

Designer's note: “Wargames do not predict the future, but help players understand complex issues. These games are designed to examine the nuclear dynamics on the Korean Peninsula from different but closely related perspectives.”