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Historical Naval Games / Re: Open Beta! Playtesting is open for PACIFIC COMMAND

« on: November 28, 2023, 03:35:33 pm »

Thanks for taking a look guys!

In response to the feedback I've had so far, and due to the fact that I've been very focused on the manuscript right now, I've just released a v1.2 of the Beta Rulebook, much expanded and clarified.

Some key changes to know about:

* Rookie vs seasoned Squadrons are gone (they are moved to a different mechanic)
* Search planes aren't cards anymore
* Air Actions now two actions: Recon and Airstrike
* "Faction" rules introduced, using a more coherent mechanic called "Mods"
* Flight Deck is now round up
* Catapault just lets you make recon actions, not have Squadron cards
* Fixed the 'bump and reveal' bug several folks had reported
* Added Santa Cruz and Coral Sea scenarios
* Added the "Arcade Mode" scenario generator
* Added Gambits (not yet tested, so expecting bugs with them)

You can grab the new version by reloading it from here: https://planetsmashergames.com/pacific-command/

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Historical Naval Games / Open Beta! Playtesting is open for PACIFIC COMMAND

« on: November 14, 2023, 12:05:12 pm »

Hello folks!

I'm delighted to let you know that I've just opened the public playtesting period for PACIFIC COMMAND, my game of WW2 pacific carrier clashes that is due to be published as part of the Osprey blue-books series sometime in early 2025.



I'm particularly interested in and keen to receive feedback from this fine community on the game. I may know my onions on game design (spake he modestly) but I'm likely one of the least expert on the Pacific war on this forum. I would very much welcome thoughts, input, comments and criticisms, and particularly value post-playtesting feedback once you've struggled through a game of it.

Download the beta rulebook for free here: https://planetsmashergames.com/news/pacific-command-public-beta-now-open/

The manuscript is pretty rough and ready, so I anticipate and look forward to comments.

Thanks in advance for taking a look!

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Roll Call / Hello! Mike here!

« on: November 14, 2023, 11:28:34 am »

Hello folks. Long-time listener to the show, one-time guest and proponent of the greatness of Man O' War (proof: https://youtu.be/ICdYzKkFZTc?si=s1P395UR-hb7hXRk)