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Originally posted by SecretMethod70
Curious - do you mean that to apply to Axis and Allies as well as those others? To me, it's one of the most complex board games I've played. So many possible strategies - so much to consider.
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You are right to call me on my blanket statement. Axis and Allies is definitely more complex than most of the other Game Master series. It also has a great following with more advanced rules to be added for those looking for more realism. It's possibilities are certainly complex. The rules, once you get them down, are pretty straight foward and considered of standard complexity once you compare it to Advanced Squad Leader and its ilk. Don't get me wrong, complex rules do not, in my book, mean a better game. The ideal combination for a good game are rules that take little time to learn but a long time to master. Chess can be described this way.
-GH