The War of the Worlds (1980)

About this game

From the rules: The War of the Worlds is a Science-Fiction themed two-player board-wargame based on the S-F novel of the same name, written by the British author H. G. Wells. On a large hexagon grid game-map, one player controls the Martian forces and attempts to attack and destroy the city of London. The other player controls the Human forces and attempts to destroy the Martians and protect London.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.1/5 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.