Target: Libya (1986)

About this game

This game was published in Strategy & Tactics magazine #109. It depicts a hypothetical US campaign against the Libyan regime, in retaliation for repeated terrorist attacks on US interests, believed to be supported by Qaddafi's government. The objective of the game for the US player is to eliminate Libyan key political units and seize strategic objectives, while limiting US losses. Scale is two-day turns and 30 km hexes. Units represent air squadrons, individual naval units and infantry brigades. Fairly straightforward mechanics. Medium complexity. One map and 200 counters.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.3/5 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.