Shifting Sands

Published 2006

(from MMP website:) Shifting Sands is a point-to-point movement, card driven game based on the World War II African campaigns of 1940-1943. From the first Italian attempts to cross "The Wire" through the Torch invasion, all aspects of the campaign for North Africa are covered including the Abyssinian Campaign of 1940-1941. Like the commanders of the day, you'll need to try and achieve your goals while events in other theaters influence your ability to maintain any semblance of a plan. Contents: One mapsheet (approx 22"x32") One 36-page booket with rules, designer notes, and scenarios; only 16 pages of actual game rules Two countersheets - one 5/8" and one 5/8" and 1/2" mixed 2 decks of 55 cards - one allied and one axis 2 player aid cards dice

Mechanics

Campaign / Battle Card Driven Dice Rolling Hand Management Point to Point Movement

Categories

Wargame World War II

Designers

Michael Rinella

Publishers

Multi-Man Publishing
Shifting Sands

Game Info

Players
2 Players
Time
4 hours
Weight
Medium — 3.18/5
Year
2006
BGG Rating
7.34
BGG Rank
#4075
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Shifting Sands is designed for exactly 2 players.
A typical game of Shifting Sands takes about 240 minutes.
Shifting Sands has a complexity rating of 3.18/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Shifting Sands is 12+.
Shifting Sands has a rating of 7.34/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 599 ratings. It is ranked #4075 overall.
Shifting Sands was designed by Michael Rinella. It was published in 2006.