Hannibal: The Second Punic War

Published 1991

Strategy & Tactics magazine #141. Hannibal covers the conflict between Carthage and Rome, during the period of 218 to 195 B.C. Each turn represents one year. During each turn, there is in sequence a Diplomacy Segment, a Carthaginian turn and a Roman turn. Basic and Advanced Rules allow customization of gameplay. Strategic movement is performed on the map. When armies engage each other, they are transferred to a Battleboard, which allows for army field positioning and tactical combat. Amphibious Assaults, Recruiting and Promotion on the March, Siege Assault, Naval Combat and Interception, and Neutrals are all part of the basic rules. Tactical Superiority, Roman Battlefield relief, Supply and Attrition, Land Units in naval combat, Limited Intelligence, Blockade, and special rules for Syracuse are Advanced rules.

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Hannibal: The Second Punic War

Game Info

Players
2 Players
Time
2 hours
Weight
Light-Medium — 2.43/5
Year
1991
BGG Rating
5.69
BGG Rank
#22945
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Hannibal: The Second Punic War is designed for exactly 2 players.
A typical game of Hannibal: The Second Punic War takes about 120 minutes.
Hannibal: The Second Punic War has a complexity rating of 2.43/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Hannibal: The Second Punic War is 12+.
Hannibal: The Second Punic War has a rating of 5.69/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 112 ratings. It is ranked #22945 overall.
Hannibal: The Second Punic War was designed by John Sutcliffe. It was published in 1991.