Hello all,

Recent viewer, new poster. Joined to gain broader knowledge and experience regarding Axis & Allies. I played Classic A&A for years, but set it aside until recently when it became a viable stepping stone for the newer/bigger versions of the game. Now my limited (3-4/yr) time is split between Classic and Global 40.

I recently obtained a print of Lt Dan’s version of Siredblood’s BBR map, and it inspired me to create a set of house rules regarding Minor Powers and accurately portraying their national objectives and political situations. It’s a work in progress and something I look forward to researching further

Greetings all,

Creating this thread for use in the very near future to share several rules that I have developed to enrich the overall experience of Axis & Allies: Global 1940. While not fully finalized, I consider them sufficiently developed and want to share with the community for anyone interested in playtesting and providing feedback.

This first post is a starter, and will lay out the three principles of design thay I followed in creating these rules. I’ll also include a list of planned rules modules that are meant to be included as a whole, but can be added individually to tailor the level of complexity desired. Full disclosure; these rules have been developed in reference to the BBR 5 map, but could be reworked for an OOB G40 board.

Principles of Design:
In order of priority, I considered the following three principles.

1. Playability — Does the rule work within the context and constraints of the game mechanic? It doesn’t matter how good the rule is if it is broken and unusable.
2. Accessibility — Is the rule as streamlined and as simple as possible while retaining functionality? Overwrought and excessively complicated rules with high cognitive loads become barriers, not on-ramps.
3. Historical Accuracy — Does the rule work in a streamlined way that appropriately reflects the historical context and circumstances of the era? Some abstraction will be essential, but tight rules for the sake of a slick ruleset serve no purpose in enriching the overall playing experience where you are called to “re-fight, not replay” World War 2.

Future Posts will cover the following Modules:

1. New and Modified Units & Associated Special Rules/Abilities
2. Research & Technology
3. Minor Powers
4. Neutral Powers

I’m looking forward to sharing what I’ve pulled together thus far!

I realize the delay has been longer than anticipated. Life happens, and in the busy season since Easter, I haven’t been able to sit down and pull things together.

I’ll reply back soon.

Greetings all,

Creating this thread for use in the very near future to share several rules that I have developed to enrich the overall experience of Axis & Allies: Global 1940. While not fully finalized, I consider them sufficiently developed and want to share with the community for anyone interested in playtesting and providing feedback.

This first post is a starter, and will lay out the three principles of design thay I followed in creating these rules. I’ll also include a list of planned rules modules that are meant to be included as a whole, but can be added individually to tailor the level of complexity desired. Full disclosure; these rules have been developed in reference to the BBR 5 map, but could be reworked for an OOB G40 board.

Principles of Design:
In order of priority, I considered the following three principles.

1. Playability — Does the rule work within the context and constraints of the game mechanic? It doesn’t matter how good the rule is if it is broken and unusable.
2. Accessibility — Is the rule as streamlined and as simple as possible while retaining functionality? Overwrought and excessively complicated rules with high cognitive loads become barriers, not on-ramps.
3. Historical Accuracy — Does the rule work in a streamlined way that appropriately reflects the historical context and circumstances of the era? Some abstraction will be essential, but tight rules for the sake of a slick ruleset serve no purpose in enriching the overall playing experience where you are called to “re-fight, not replay” World War 2.

Future Posts will cover the following Modules:

1. New and Modified Units & Associated Special Rules/Abilities
2. Research & Technology
3. Minor Powers
4. Neutral Powers

I’m looking forward to sharing what I’ve pulled together thus far!

Hello all,

Recent viewer, new poster. Joined to gain broader knowledge and experience regarding Axis & Allies. I played Classic A&A for years, but set it aside until recently when it became a viable stepping stone for the newer/bigger versions of the game. Now my limited (3-4/yr) time is split between Classic and Global 40.

I recently obtained a print of Lt Dan’s version of Siredblood’s BBR map, and it inspired me to create a set of house rules regarding Minor Powers and accurately portraying their national objectives and political situations. It’s a work in progress and something I look forward to researching further