The Fire Next Time (1998)

About this game

This game covers a possible future India/Pakistan conflict. The game is relatively simple, but has rules (optional and otherwise) covering elite units, special doctrines, a potential rebellion in Karachi, and nuclear weapons. Contains a single full-size mapsheet and 112 counters.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 3.0/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.