Now that our group has had a chance to play the game several times we’ve come to the conclusion that Japan should win every time if played by a competant player. The best strategy for Japan is to attack the Allies on the first turn.
While this may sound like a bummer, its actually a good thing since once the Europe game is added, the majority of Japanese strategy in AAP40 will be dramatically different and precarious…ie…the USSR factor, and other things as well(UK/India could be stronger, US commitment to the Pacific, etc…).
Our group is returning to AA50 for now…we cant wait for AAE40!!!
C