thanks for all the advice. my 15 year old still resists playing something he has to work hard to understand but my 11 year old is interested. I like the idea of finding a game night … do you know an online search for local venues?
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Also We’re wondering if there is a shorter version of the game. Is it supposed to take 3-4 hours?

Got AA-Europe for my 15 year old son. He’s daunted by the encyclopedia-like instructions (video-game generation!).  :?  Is there a way to quick start without reading all of it!? I’m mom & not into war games. Wish there was an online video tutorial! That’s just what his generation needs.