Axis & Allies: Spring 1942

Axis & Allies: Spring 1942

Released January 2009
Designed by Larry Harris

Axis & Allies: Spring 1942 (1st Edition) builds upon the Revised Edition, introducing cruiser-class ships and updated unit sculpts. Set in the global theater of WWII, this edition offers streamlined rules and balanced gameplay, serving as a bridge between the classic versions and more complex later editions.

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