Which version of Europe 1940 do I have? Box matches SE design but no ‘Second Edition’ print.

[trompi]

Hi, I bought Axis & Allies 1940 Europe. The listing said “Second Edition,” but the box actually doesn’t have that label. Otherwise, it seems to be the same box design, and the maps line up perfectly with the Pacific version. The participating nations (Italy, France) and the sculpts also look like the Second Edition.

Was there another edition after the first Europe version that used the new design, and if so, how does it differ from the Second Edition? Is it just the rulebook, or are units missing and are the maps different? I’m asking because I’m considering returning it, but if it’s only the rulebook, you can simply download that online. Thanks everyone.

[Panther]

@trompi

The image shows the cover of the first edition, issued in 2010.

Maybe these two articles are helpful for you …:
https://www.axisandallies.org/p/pacific-1940-and-europe-1940-second-edition-announced/
https://www.axisandallies.org/p/whats-new-in-axis-allies-pacific-1940-and-europe-1940-second-editions/
… additionally you can search for forum topics covering the details (might be hard to find, though).

If the differences don’t bother you you can use the board together with Pacific 1940 2nd. ed.

Find the current rulebooks here:
https://renegadegamestudios.com/axis-allies-resources

[trompi]

@Panther

Thanks, that helps a lot. I would still like to have the missing and altered pieces/ sculpts. Basically it was a labeling mistake by the seller. On the other hand, sending it back and looking for another offer is too much hassle. Maybe I can fix it with a 3D print :-)
I’ve known Axis & Allies for a long time, but the Europe and Pacific versions somehow slipped past me. They’re really well improved compared to the rather simple world version.