Nine Navies War (2007)

About this game

Game of WWI alternate history naval conflict with battleships based in the seas around Europe, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, using a derivation of the classic Avalon Hill "War at Sea (Second Edition)," "Victory in the Pacific" system. Components: One 34x22 inch area-movement-map. Two counter sheets of 352 large-size ship units and 140 half-inch damage markers and other informational counters. A three-turn "1915" scenario playable in one sitting and a longer 12-turn "campaign game" requiring about eight hours to play through.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.6/5 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.