Attack Sub

Published 1991

Attack Sub is a card based wargame similar to Up Front. The topic is modern submarine warfare (Mostly US/Nato vs. Soviet/Warsaw Pact, but there is an occasional Falklands War scenario.) Each player has one or more submarines and/or surface ships. Each ship is represented on an individual large card with counters showing current contact status and damage. Each player plays cards to increase their "contact level" relative to their opponent. Contact level abstractly represents relative position and sonar readings. It is possible for one ship to have a better contact on his enemy than the enemy has on him. When high enough contact level is reached, torpedoes can be fired.

Mechanics

Campaign / Battle Card Driven

Categories

Card Game Modern Warfare Nautical Wargame

Designers

Courtney F. Allen

Publishers

Avalon Hill
Attack Sub

Game Info

Players
2 Players
Time
30 min
Weight
Light-Medium — 2.24/5
Year
1991
BGG Rating
6.65
BGG Rank
#6259
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Attack Sub is designed for exactly 2 players.
A typical game of Attack Sub takes about 30 minutes.
Attack Sub has a complexity rating of 2.24/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Attack Sub is 12+.
Attack Sub has a rating of 6.65/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 526 ratings. It is ranked #6259 overall.
Attack Sub was designed by Courtney F. Allen. It was published in 1991.