This is the release of the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion.

Included are Full Color Markers to be used as combat units etc. in case you don’t have eligible playing pieces. These should be printed and cut out for use.

Also included are the Army Boards & Markers used for displaying the various types of armies that you can create during the game.

In other words: the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion includes everything you need in order to play your Axis & Allies game with these rules.

I sincerely hope that the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion will bring inspiration - and tons of fun - to the Axis & Allies Community.

Note: Players might find inspiration - and help - using the Strategy Guide Global 1940 (see thread).

RULEBOOK Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion

Rules Clarification, Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion 1.pdf

This is the release of the Global 1940 Basic House Rules Expansion.

The purpose of the Basic Expansion is to give players a manageable approach towards the use of expansion rules.

The Basic Expansion brings a new and balanced dimension to the OOB Global 1940 game. It is easy to learn - challenging & fun to play.

Related Expansions:

1. Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion
2. Axis & Allies Global 1943 House Rules Expansion

RULEBOOK Global 1940 Basic Expansion.pdf

Note: The RULEBOOK has been updated 2nd August 2021.

Good luck & have fun.

This is the release of the Axis & Allies Global 1943 House Rules Expansion.

1943 was the year, when Germany finally implemented the Total War concept. The Axis Powers still had options to alter the outcome of the War - not by outproducing the Allies - but by taking advantage of every single advantageous opportunity. And by planning a decisive and superior strategy - without any flaws. And carry it out with determination.

In the game there is no bureaucracy - no internal conflicts in any Nation, that could weaken the War effort. Every single decision is made with one goal only - to win the War.

The game depends solely on what strategy players might choose - and how these strategies are carried out.

It is truly a big challenge for the Axis to win the War. And there is no room for errors… or else, Germany & Japan will have to fight for their lives.

You’ll experience massive Panzer Armies and Army Groups from the very beginning of the game. Within a few rounds, some of the most famous combat units of World War II are available to the players. This will bring even more options to get your Nation closer to Final Victory.

The Axis & Allies Global 1943 House Rules Expansion will definitely bring tons of fun and challenge - even though the game is playable in a few hours.

Please refer to the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion for overall unit profiles, unit costs etc.

RULEBOOK, Axis & Allies Global 1943 Expansion 1.1

This Strategy Guide is based on the OOB Axis & Allies Global 1940 combined with the
Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion.

The purpose of these guidelines is to give players an insight of “how to use” the new units and rules that come into play with Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion.

Players should plan their own strategies, based on which Theatre of War is considered most important. As game experience with the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion evolves during multiple games – so does the overall strategy for each Nation.

Two games are never the same – the variety and combination of units & rules are simply too numerous. Depending on your strategy, you have the option to purchase units for any situation.

The big challenge is to find the right combination – and number – of units, and how to deploy them.
For example, your Paratroopers are highly effective when used against weak enemy positions, attacks behind enemy lines – and as reinforcements to positions across sea zones etc.

Strategic planning can be just as fun – and challenging – as playing the game.

A prerequisite for a successful strategic plan is to be familiar with most of the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion – but not necessarily everything in the rulebook.
Complete rulebook understanding will evolve during multiple games – but is not necessary to play the game at first.

It all begins with the Timetable. Once you are familiar with most units & rules that come into play during the game, you should use the Timetable as a quick reference guide – both when you are planning your strategy – and also during the game, to keep track of when and which units & rules come into play.

Note: Strategy is to plan for future operations on a large scale – in time as well as effort. So, when you plan your strategy, think ahead for the next several rounds of play.

A Strategy Guide for each of the following Nations will gradually be attached to this thread:

1. Germany
2. Soviet Union
3. Japan
4. United States
5. United Kingdom

Initially, there is no Strategy Guide for China, Italy, ANZAC and France, since most of these Nations depend on the strategy from their major allied Nations.

1. Strategy Guide Germany.pdf

2. Strategy Guide Soviet Union.pdf

3. Strategy Guide Japan.pdf

4. Strategy Guide United States.pdf

5. Strategy Guide United Kingdom.pdf

@nolimit

The Style/Font is Times New Roman with shadow effect. Very simple.

In 1993 we started working on our house rules - we bought all 3 expansions from Gamers Paradise - as well as several other variants for use with A&A Classic. So, yes - back then, we found some inspiration from Phillp Schwartzer & his play group - they did a great job. We wanted to show our gratitude by reviving some of these recognizable symbols in our introduction.

It is gratifying to see that it worked

As new A&A variants were released, the need for modified house rules increased. This was a big challenge - and it brought us tons of fun - and took countless amount of hours…

@barnee

From game start - Early 1943 - multiple options are available for both the Axis as well as the Allies. Some options are obvious - as for example the need for German reorganization of troops on the Eastern Front to prevent a total collapse of the exposed northern and southern flanks.

As the Setup Charts show, Germany is in a position to form
3 Army Groups within 2 rounds of play. With these Army Group formations, the Eastern Front should be stabilized - and a steady flow of reinforcements should pave the way for a renewed offensive in the east.

Basically, most Nations need to maneuver their units into more advantageous positions, before striking enemy positions.

Players will have access to all their Nations specialized units within a few rounds of play.

These units might just be what is needed to get the upper hand.

Tons of challenge & fun is guaranteed

@nolimit

The YouTube channel is under construction now. Pictures, game setup, combat scenarios etc. - expected release November 2021.

@sgt-pitbull

Hi Sergeant,

Tomorrow is a day that all Axis & Allies players know: 1st September - the day that started it all.

So, all day we’ll be playing with the Axis & Allies Global 1943 House Rules Expansion - beginning at 05.45 CET.

@nolimit

I truly appreciate your comment

And I think you’re right about YouTube. Wouldn’t that be great - so that everyone can have fun and challenge on a massive scale. Let’s get back to that later.

@barnee
Hi Barnee,

In that case - when mines can defend a specific line/border - the rules concerning mines are according to the standard rules in the AAG40HRE.

I understand Manstein’s concern about game speed and KISS

So, Gentlemen - I would anyway suggest that we go with Barnee’s plan - and let’s see how it goes.

How does that sound?

@barnee

Mostly, Japan attacks the Philipines - with a massive invasion force - in Early 1942 or Late 1942.

When the Philipines are heavily defended by USA, it’s costly to capture - and it will certainly slow down further Japanese advance in the Pacific, due to heavy losses.

Only in rare situations will Japan attack New Guniea and/or DNG, since these are hard to get - and costly to reinforce & defend.

@barnee
These days we’re playing our last games for this season. Results will be posted at this thread asap.

@barnee

It’s not included in the rulebook yet.

It is a rule that we used back in the 90’s - inspired by Gamers Paradise by Phillip Schwartzer.

If we include it, it will be as a part of the Optional Rules in the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion.

In order to be able to use the Sub Commander rule in conjunction with the Axis & Allies Global 1940 House Rules Expansion a few minor adjustments would be needed concerning Naval Combat that involves Destroyers, Escorts, Transports, Submarines and U-Boats.

@chaikov

Hi,

We use this rule (see attached pdf file).

The rule is part of the Axis & Allies Global 1940 Expansion, but can easily be converted to use for all Axis & Allies variants.

Subs on the prowl.pdf

@stoffel

Hi,

Use this link. Our contact person is Niels - he’s the GM.

https://www.gamesweb.dk/

Captain
Danish Axis & Allies Community

On 31st July 2022 it is one year ago, since the Global 1940 Basic Expansion was released.

At the request of multiple new players, a few rules will be exchanged.

More information will follow.

@mr-kell

It all looks super cool. Just like opening up a World War II History Book.

Have you ever used the Tank & Vehicle 1:285 Scale Models from GHQ Models?

From where do you buy the air units ?

@stoffel
I just checked our supplier in Denmark.

They have Pacific 1940 2E - but Europe 1940 2E is not available right now.

The Strategy Guide Global 1940 has been updated.

Corrections:
There was a flaw in the German Strategy Guide, which has been corrected, so that the German U-Boat attacks in Early 1940 now are corrected.

@victoryfirst

The correct distribution of the German U-boats in Early 1940 would be the formation of a Wolf Pack formed from the U-Boats in sz 103, 108 and 117 - to attack sz 106.

The text you refer to is incorrect - I’ll correct asap. Thanks - again