Western Front Ace: The Great War in the Air, 1916-1918 (2023)

About this game

Western Front Ace is a solitaire, tactical air war game covering air operations in the Western and Italian fronts during WWI. Players control an aircraft from one of seven different nations represented, with options to upgrade to better aircraft as the war progresses. You will manage individual aircraft, weapons systems, specific crew members, and ammunition over missions representing 3-4 days per turn.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 1 player — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.8/5 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.