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Requires:Dune: War for Arrakis
Designed by Marco Maggi, Francesco Nepitello
Published by CMON Global Limited
Players
2-4
Play Time
120 min
Complexity
N/A
Rating
7.5
Community Snapshot
Categories
Since 2025, Dune: War for Arrakis – Desert War has captivated fans of area control and dice rolling with its design.
How It Plays
Area Majority / Influence
You're competing to have the most presence in key areas on the board — think of it like a friendly turf war.
Area Movement
You move your pieces across different regions on the board, trying to position yourself in the best spots.
Dice Rolling
You roll dice to determine outcomes — there's always that thrilling moment of suspense before they land!
Die Icon Resolution
The symbols on the dice tell you exactly what happens next — each face triggers a different effect.
Events
Random events shake things up during the game — sometimes helpful, sometimes chaotic, always interesting.
Team-Based Game
Players split into teams and work together to outplay the other side — teamwork makes the dream work!
About This Game
Desert War is an expansion for Dune: War for Arrakis that introduces new units for both the Harkonnen and Atreides factions, further detailing the harsh reality of the conflict fought on the burning surface of planet Dune. Expert Fremen Sandriders summon giant sandworms and ride them into battle with unparalleled skill. Fremen Rocket Launchers emerge from their Fremen Camps to fire at Harversters and Ornithopters.…
Source: BoardGameGeek
Year
2025