How to Win at Axis and Allies - Start Here!

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching our first Strategy Session for Axis and Allies! We hope you enjoyed it. What questions do you have? Do you like the format? All feedback is good! Thanks!

[@leppender2450]

Perhaps you already covered this in another video, but what are some tricks for remembering the strengths/weaknesses of mixed combat formats? Losing British transports early on can be devastating, and although I recognize it as a valid strategy, for new players it can be hard to remember what ships (at what price) constitute a secure escort. I haven't had a chance to look at your hour+ video yet (game starts in less than an hour), but for a new player this REALLY helped highlight some of the fatal flaws in my former strategy (including drawing attention to India early on, which allies really shouldn't do with a blunt blade methinks!)

[@BoardGameNation]

@@leppender2450 - Thanks for watching! The quickest way to keep track of the costs is to take a picture of the chart with your phone and set it as the background. Simple maybe, but it works! I hope this helps. Thank again for watching!

[@leppender2450]

@@BoardGameNation Your video was very helpful; didn't win, but even playing the axis I managed to improve my game thanks to your advise!

[@BoardGameNation]

Glad to help! We get better with every game. I hope you had fun playing. Thanks again for watching!

[@DirectorDanielMason]

Really like this… Good job :-)…

[@keithscott9193]

I won with the allies today. I used my Britain forces in India to push Japan back to the coast. Then I purchased a factory and placed it in China with the Americans. This allowed me to focus on western Europe, and bought me enough time to build Russias infantry numbers to hold off Japan. I lost the factory in China twice but regained it with Russia to prevent Japan from ever building there.

[@BoardGameNation]

Congrats! It is rare to see a China IC purchase pay off. Thanks for watching and sharing your story!

[@devyntolliver8555]

Your videos have always been great but they’re getting better and better!! :)

[@BoardGameNation]

I am so glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@jasonclift7253]

New subscriber - I have played the board version for years, but just now doing the online version and looking forward to it playing solo and with family members who love this game too - thanks for the video - love your channel

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for subscribing! Let us know if you have any questions along the way.

[@TheChaplainMO]

Love this vid, dude!! I’m a chart guy, so that appealed to me 😊 I’ve done the IPC value of each nation in G40 as well

[@BoardGameNation]

That's awesome! I would love to see that data. It might make for a nice follow up this video down the road. Thanks for watching!

[@TheChaplainMO]

@@BoardGameNation I’ll message you a link to my spreadsheet soon 😊👍🏼

[@BoardGameNation]

Excellent! I'll look for it. Thanks!

[@hereata212]

just started playing my first game; I played Allies and did the landing of Normandy on the 2nd attempt and conquered Germany , Rome, and france

[@BoardGameNation]

Nice! Congrats! Are you playing on a tabletop or online?

[@hereata212]

@@BoardGameNation tabletop

[@BoardGameNation]

Cool! Have fun!

[@hereata212]

@@BoardGameNation thanks!

[@BoardGameNation]

You are very welcome!

[@TheChaplainMO]

I’m just going to comment again: excellent video, excellent production, well done! The video clips really add another level of entertainment… Your videos aren’t boring to watch, they are very fun and informative… Keep it up!

[@BoardGameNation]

Awesome! Thanks again! The movie clips are a new choice. They take more time to find and cut just right, but they do add a nice mix to the video. I am glad you like them.

[@stormyopossum5432]

I always love the format of your videos, super professional!! Id love to see some more strategy videos, and maybe even have you tackle Axis & Allies 1914. Great video as always.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoy them!

[@Miles51678]

Excellent video. Love the cut scenes. Gives an analytical scientist like myself some great advice. I love your tongue in cheek cut scenes. If only they had a Sicilian when death was on the line….

[@BoardGameNation]

Haha! Thanks for watching and for your kind words.

[@FarscapeForever]

Also, really appreciate this channel and type of content. Please keep up the awesome work!

[@BoardGameNation]

Thank you for watching and the great feedback!

[@Haydenbs]

I just got the game for chirstmas and we just finished setting all of the pieces up to play. I can’t wait to start playing I am so hyped! Thanks for the tips :)

[@BoardGameNation]

Have fun! Feel free to come back with any rules questions you might have. Thanks for watching!

[@Haydenbs]

@@BoardGameNation for sure!

[@Haydenbs]

@@BoardGameNation we just finished our game after 11 days! I won as the allies and we played for word domination so we expected it to go for longer but not this long! But man it was so much fun and we enjoyed every second of it. Thanks for the head start and it definitely made the game easier to understand.

[@BoardGameNation]

​@@Haydenbs - Awesome! Congrats on the win! If you are interested in a shorter game, try the tournament rules. You can play a complete game of 1942 Second Edition in about 6 hours. You can find a copy of those rules in the description of our latest video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3OwdHVmdrqWn6s Give it a try and let us know what you think!

[@Haydenbs]

@@BoardGameNation will do! Thanks for the tip

[@jimmyt4598]

Always been one of my favorite games. I just wish I could get a group together to play. At least there's the Steam version.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! We love it, too. I'm currently working on a video that I hope will folks like you get better connected to the Axis and Allies community. It will be a sort of sign post for A&A content on online. I hope to have it out in the couple of weeks. Keep and eye out for it. Thanks again for watching and supporting the channel.

[@DirectorDanielMason]

Let me know if you want to play or join our generally weekly group on TripleA:)

[@jonathannelson103]

When i was younger i played the original game with my friends, alot. One time while playing Russia, I decided to attack on the first turn. Something that had never been done. It worked amazingly. It put Germany on the back foot quickly. Making them buy infantry in their first turn was cool.

[@BoardGameNation]

I love that you have that kind of detailed memory about the game from so long ago. Have you played recently?

[@jonathannelson103]

@@BoardGameNation nah, but I have a new game coming Friday. Gonna teach the family to play.

[@BoardGameNation]

Sounds good! What do you have coming?

[@jonathannelson103]

@@BoardGameNation 2nd edition. That's why I watched your video, to understand the differences. No heavy bombers, heresy.

[@BoardGameNation]

Haha! Awesome! If you need it, we also have complete how-to-play video, plus a separate series that breaks down each unit. Have fun!

[@Darksnowman13]

I didn't say at the time when I first watched this... But that chart was fantastic

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks! We worked hard in it. :)

[@CBs_Bill_from_Montana]

Wow. This is the most professional A&A video I’ve ever seen.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! I am glad you enjoyed it. Make sure to check out our other videos on A&A and other great games.

[@andrewchan2652]

I watched this video at the start of this month and it really improved my game. Not to jinx it, I have been on a winning streak. This season, I have been experimenting with tactics. When I lose, I lose big because Russia will have no army by round 3 and the Germans are banging down the door. I used the 9 & 12 strategy. However, I commit to victory in Ukraine. Now, I just strafe it and I'm in stronger position. Why I didn't think of it before. Thanks!

[@BoardGameNation]

Happy to help. 😀 Keep up that winning streak! Thanks for watching!

[@warrenbaker4826]

Love the Dodgeball reference !!!

[@BoardGameNation]

If you dodge a wrench, you can dodge the Axis! 🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for watching!

[@mdt260]

Great entertaining video! I recognize many of the movie clips, but not all - would love to see the full list👍

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! In the description you will find all of the clips attributed to the source. Let me know if I missed any! Thanks!

[@mdt260]

@@BoardGameNation awesome - thanks for including all those in the description!

[@BoardGameNation]

@@mdt260 You bet. It also should help me not get hit for using other creative material in my video. ;) So, I am serious. Tell me if I missed any! :)

[@mikemartin8088]

Can't thank you enough for all your help! I love to watch your videos! The version we play is Axis & Allies Spring of 1942 (The World at War) and we've been playing this since 1988! Our box has Rommel on the cover. I guess it's the first edition, but the rulebook has 2nd edition updates on page 3. There are no P-38s in our game! :) I wonder if I can find an actual 2nd edition?!?!? I'm going to look, wish me luck! Thanks again!

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! Good luck with your search! You might enjoy this video. A friend and I walked through each game from the entire franchise to celebrate the 40 year anniversary! Lots of fun! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZy5lqapidd9pM0

[@Arkansmith]

Looking forward to your strategy/comments video on Japan. For example, build a IC on French Indochina or on Manchuria (or neither)? I lean towards Manchuria because putting one on French Indochina is wasteful once you take India. On the other hand, put some transports in the Sea of Japan, and the need for an IC in Manchuria is unnecessary. Like I say, looking forward to hearing your opinions in future videos.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! We will get to tactical choices like the Japanese IC purchase down the road. Our next strategy video will be about how to build a strategy that fits your play style and the that of your opponent. Btw, a quick note on the Japanese IC, typicially I don't recommend building one anywhere until you have more money than you can spend building 8 units per turn in Japan. Thanks again for watching!

[@montowanasmith509]

Aise hi videos banate raho Mai aapko support karta hu 🤗

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching!

[@jpeischen4788]

I love this game, but i swear my dad has the luckiest rolls of all time.

[@BoardGameNation]

Haha! That happens. Thanks for watching!

[@HamboneHQ]

Great video!! “Never get involved in a land war in Asia”... priceless!

[@BoardGameNation]

Definitely one of the classic blunders! Thanks for watching! BTW, I just subscribed to your channel! We look forward to seeing what you have in store!

[@HamboneHQ]

@@BoardGameNation Thanks for the sub. Love the humor in your videos as well as the production. Well done!

[@BoardGameNation]

You bet! Thanks for watching and the great feedback!

[@jamesmacdonald3819]

Time is against the AXIS, of course. There's actually a strategy I read about that wins more often than not: completely ignore Japan and throw everything at Germany, this usually wins. - but I am always the Axis, anyways ;)

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! What you are describing is called a "Kill Germany First" strategy and can be highly effective if done correctly. Like all Allied strategies, it takes solid coordination between the three powers to overcome the material advantage the Germans start with. Thanks again for watching! I hope you get a chance to subscribe!

[@jamesmacdonald3819]

@@BoardGameNation Thank you! Subscribed ;) If Japan plays really aggressively, taking India, eastern Asia and moving up the Suez canal to link up with Germany, I find the Axis can potentially offset the 'Germany First' strategy - I've been successful a few times with a good Japanese teammate!

[@BoardGameNation]

It can definitely be beaten by a well played Germany and Japan hard charging offense! Thanks for subscribing!

[@catmandude2357]

Good video. Those movie references were great. Subbed up.

[@BoardGameNation]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@kadevanschindel5218]

I genuinely don't know how to get value out of USA in this game. It just takes so long to get them into the fight in some way. Should I just focus on capturing the pacific and stopping Japan from owning any navy?

[@BoardGameNation]

There are a lot of different ways to play the US in all the A&A games. It comes down to play style and the overall Allied plans for victory. The US can spend everything in the Pacific and try to stop the Japanese from running wild or they can try to support a European invasion. They typically can't do both. If the US can focus all of their attention on one target, when they show up... it is usually game over. I hope that helps! Good hunting!

[@thedungeonmaster4685]

Hello, I just recently started watching your videos and I love them. I've been playing A&A with my friends for a while now and so everyone is getting very skilled. One of my friends only plays Japan and he is terrifyingly effective. Alas, I did come with a question. Do you think you could take a look at Italy from the anniversary edition? I love this nation and I think they are greatly underrated and frankly gets made fun of a lot. I'd love to see what you think about them and if you come up with a new strat that I didn't think of. But continue doing these videos they are awesome!!!

[@BoardGameNation]

Hello! Thanks for watching! I have to admit I don't have a ton of expertise in the Anniversary Edition, but I'll take a look at it and see what I can come up with. Have you looked at the videos on the Young Grasshopper channel? He might have something on this topic. Thanks again for watching! I hope you get a chance to subscribe!

[@BoldWittyName]

Another factor is simply 2 v 3 split. Since multinational units can't work together on offense, having fewer powers is better. (If USA and USSR were 1 power it'd be gg quick.)

[@BoardGameNation]

Absolutely! Add to that that because Berlin are Tokyo are so far apart, it is really tricky to units working together. Thanks for watching!

[@IFS2023]

Absolutely love the sword analogy and accompanying clips

[@BoardGameNation]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@johnathanheath6480]

I just spent my birthday playing Axis and Allies and it was an interesting story turns out the copy of Axis and allies my friend had .Was missing all of the pieces of the game , because his dad took it just the pieces left the box and board. My friend found a copy of axis and Allies the original Edition at a game store here in Florida . this was the first time I ever played the original axis and allies and there were a lot of differences I didn't realize that Destoryes and artillery were added in future Editions, and the map had less territories. Overall I lost Russia, Africa had changed hands multiple times. Germany took it from Britain, America took it from Germany then Japan took it from America. Around the time Japan took Africa, Russia had fallen, and I had sneaked an American Fleet into Tokyo, and took Japan . We called it a draw. Because it was getting late a combination of the remaining Japanese Fleet which was Massive !!and the German Fleet right behind it ,had sunk the American Atlantic Fleet and Was preparing to assault America .but I had sufficient time to build my forces in Washington DC. and because America still had Japan. I had started taking the mainland back . Germany was then pushing America off the mainland we were going to get stuck in a deadlock. for another ,4 hours and they needed the kitchen table for dinner. Overall I had a really great day, and the first edition copy my friend bought. So we could play he gave it to me as a birthday gift .

[@BoardGameNation]

Sounds like a great day! Thanks for sharing! Happy birthday!

[@man-yp1gb]

In the Axis and Allies classic, Karelia SSR is the key to victory. If it falls to the Axis without being liberated by the Allies next turn the game is a Axis win.

[@BoardGameNation]

Interesting! I'll keep that in mind next I play the classic. Thanks for watching!

[@tistelnilsson]

That is why you never play AA classic. To little strategy, to "you have to do".

[@torbajirg3790]

@@tistelnilsson I imagine a lot of them are like that. In 1942 version there is only one way the ussr can survive against Germany. If a German player knows what they are doing they can easily beat the soviets in 2 turns.

[@WobblinGoblin1]

Agreed. Whoever is playing the Soviet Union has to reinforce that territory by the end of their first turn. If I'm the SU, I'm buying nothing but men and stacking them up against Germany.

[@torbajirg3790]

@@WobblinGoblin1 nah you cannot play defensive as the Soviet Union if the German player knows what it’s doing, Germany can bring almost all of its armies against the USSR within 2 turns, if the Soviet Union doesn’t begin the game with a huge offensive they stand no chance of victory. If you haven’t exhausted almost every single unit you have as the USSR by the end of yo it first turn then you are playing wrong.

[@mvg6553]

I also find axis stronger. The best tactic for the allies in my opinion is for US to deside, Japan OR germany full on assult. And the best of them is in my opinion is uniting US and brittan fleet against germany. Us provide naval support against german air force and britten build transport and ship 8-10 units every turn. This gives russia the breathing room it needs and makes the imense japanese fleet less usefull. Although you should use the exsisting american fleet to annoy the japanese as long as possible but never present a trade. Just make sure the japanese can’t leave transports and island undefended to provide india a slight support.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! I agree 100% that focusing on a single target creates the surest chance of victory, but I have seen (and been beaten by) strategies that focused on taking out Japan first. Thanks again for watching! I hope to you get the chance to subscribe!

[@mvg6553]

​@@BoardGameNation Thanks for commenting! I have played countless of games. I would guess above 100. Most of them 1942 second edition. But a fair amount of first edition and Global. In among them I've executed strategies to crush japan and I've played japan and been crushed. So it's always nice to know it IS possible. There is lots of openings and none of them is wrong. A tiny bit of luck can always change the tactic you have to go with. There is a specific opening when German doesn't take egypt and you can assult part of a japanese navy with one extra fighter from egypt and the starting fleet in India. Then follow that up with US pressuring japan from the north at the same time with the goal of combining the two fleets. The real goal though is always how to prevent Russia main capital from falling. And there is a fun strategy to fly lots of brittish fighters to land on russian soil to help bunker while US and brittan defeat Japan meanwhile. First video to see. I think I will subscribe to see what more you post. My board game fingers are itching after this long corona time!

[@BoardGameNation]

@@mvg6553 - Thanks for subscribing! I know exactly what you mean! We just got vaccinated and we have started putting dates on the calendar to get back to our gaming friends.

[@montowanasmith509]

Bahut achhe Bhai 👌

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching!

[@MD-xw3gd]

I just bought this for my son he's to young but I figured how hard can it be it's from 1942,I can't figure it out ,holy moly my brother must of been smart....

[@BoardGameNation]

How can I help? Are you having trouble with the rules or the strategy?

[@lasko24]

When I played years ago with my brothers if Russia fell within 3 or 4 turns the axis usually won but if Russia can survive until turn 4 or 5 the allies usually won.

[@BoardGameNation]

That can be a really good indicator. However, depending on what is happening in other parts of the map, the fall of Moscow isn't always the end for the Allies. Thanks for watching!

[@overtblowfish4439]

Nice video👍

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching!

[@leogagnon1011]

I recently started playing A&A because my friends play and i really appreciate your chanel, your vids are always on point and help me a lot! I was wondering if you could quickly explain what a1d2m2 means i didnt understand my friends

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you and your friends have found them helpful. I'm not sure what those letters/numbers mean. Can you tell me where you saw them?

[@leogagnon1011]

@@BoardGameNation I was trying to understand what this means: "They were used as escort and protection ship. They should be AntiSubWeap and 10 IPCs. A1D1M2 Or A1D2M2 12 IPCs Under 1942. So the only fighter can do patrol mission against Sub. And it would make more sense to match them with Fleet Carrier for protecting them."

[@BoardGameNation]

@@leogagnon1011 Sorry, I am still confused. Can you point me to a time in the video you are asking about?

[@leogagnon1011]

@@BoardGameNation Its ok we figured it out but thank you, it wasnt in this exact video

[@christopherwilson2606]

RIP Dtroy ❤

[@FarscapeForever]

Wondering if you have any thoughts on and or have played the board game Nemesis by Rebel?

[@BoardGameNation]

I haven't had a chance, but it looks very cool!

[@theamazinggoldfish8713]

I prefer the iron blitz version. 🏹🤠👍

[@BoardGameNation]

I'm not sure inknow that one. Do you have a link for it? Thanks for watching!

[@abhineelnandi3541]

Would it be a nice idea to build my troops from my capital inside out.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! That would depend on which country you're playing and what your strategy involves.

[@edspace.]

One thing I'm wondering is whether this idea would work: Central Powers & Entente (using the same mechanics as Axis & Allies but set during World War One).

[@BoardGameNation]

That's interesting. Have you tried Axis & Allies 1914? Thanks for watching!

[@edspace.]

@@BoardGameNation Thanks, I haven't heard about Axis & Allies 1914 but I'll try and find a copy and give it a look.

[@BoardGameNation]

Currently, 1914 is only available after market and it is rather expensive. I suggest looking for it on TableTopSimulator. Good luck!

[@edspace.]

@@BoardGameNation Thank you very much, I'll have to look for it there. Might even make a fun video to talk about.

[@JJpower1984]

Hi, 90% win rate online with Allies(and 85% with Axis) still find hard times against decent Axis players. Especially a bad R1 start..

[@BoardGameNation]

A 90% win rate is impressive. Are you playing rated games? Have you watch our video that walks through 5 Russian Openings? That might help. Thanks for watching!

[@JJpower1984]

@@BoardGameNation Yes I played my first AA game since 20 years ago and I did play on GTO and now play on Steam since season 1, best Allies rank 3@season 4, just cant affrod too much time to climb up now but I just hit rank 7 this season(7). Btw I did leave a message there about 4inf-2tanks R1 . Nice work keep it up.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks! I am working on a similar video for the German openings. This will need to include some discussion of team coordination. Love to get in a casual game if you have time.

[@montowanasmith509]

Very nice 👌 and great

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pavelthedog6939]

... a question came up during a game of 1940, can the usa ,while not yet at war , purchase technology? I can't find it in the rules .

[@BoardGameNation]

As far I as I can tell, they can. Nothing in the optional rules for technology rolls says they can't and nothing in the political situation talks about it. The rules only specifies that China can't ever do R&D. I am pretty confident that you are good, but I am not an expert in the G40 rules. You might want to search the forums on AxisandAllies.org for further clarification. Thanks for watching!

[@pavelthedog6939]

@@BoardGameNation thanks, side note: I've offered various types of house rules .... play tested them , they don't seem to be worth the effort... Marines, SS, passing through blocked sea zones etc . no good ..the only ones that work well are building on bases, one inf or one unit that is compatible with said base ... and usa not able to enter war until attacked or allied capital is captured... and until at war , being able to purchase bases for allies and purchasing units and transferring them to allies . Thanks again... looking forward to next video

[@BoardGameNation]

You have got some fun ideas in there. I recommend checking out the last four pages or so of the rulebook for the 2004 Revised Edition. It has tons of optional rules that really can get the creative juices flowing for all kinds of house rules. Here is the link: www.axisandallies.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Axis-Allies-Revised.pdf

[@BoardGameNation]

Working on the next video right now. It is a full history of the A&A franchise. Game by game. A buddy came over with all of his various versions. We had a few beers and talked about every version in order. A bit of different style for this channel, but it was fun. Lots to edit though! :)

[@kaydengoh6290]

I lost as the axis today. I sent all my men to fight in Moscow but somehow all my men(German) got defeated and the red army conquered me. Japan had to carry but lost anyways thanks to Soviet Union. USA and uk only halted Japanese advancements. Ussr is goated

[@BoardGameNation]

Sounds like a tough game. I suggest rethinking your purchases and timing for your next attempt. Thanks for watching!

[@ransomdekafenya2584]

My friend and I are on our 41st hour and 23rd full turn of our game in the 41 edition with some modified rules. Our wives ask us: "Who is winning?" Whoevers turn it is is always the answer.

[@BoardGameNation]

Wow! That is certainly the longest game of that version I have ever heard of. What rules changes did you make?

[@DemonShifter46]

Soooooooo, the axis needs to rush, and the allies need to go immediately on the defensive

[@BoardGameNation]

In short... however, the Allies have to be able to attack and defend at the same time. 😀 Thanks for watching!

[@tdsil]

I usually play axis against my dad and so far have always lost. But now buwahahahaha i shall conquer the world!!

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! Next time, hit him with this! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJmagI2MaN1nopY Good luck!

[@johnathanheath6480]

In most games ,when I play as the allies if I lose moscow then either I lose , if I'm playing total victory then I get stuck in a stalemate situation trying to prevent a sea lion landing on Britain while at the same time I usually end up taking Japan and start funnelling American troops to liberate Moscow with America and Britain I fill up the Air Force on the island and sink the German Navy turn after turn after turn. At the same time I'm building troops to invade Japan . The problem iveseenwith this delaying tactic is, if the Air Force takes too much casualties sinking the Navy. Then I can't repel. Operation Sea Lion

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! That is a fairly common way the game can play out. The way to avoid it is to focus early on a single target. Yes, the other country is likely to run a bit wild, but if you take Berlin or Tokyo is it nearly impossible for the Axis to recover. Our next strategy video going to be about how to build a strategy that fits your playstyle. After that, we will move into more specific strategies. Thanks again for watching and subscribing!

[@johnathanheath6480]

@@BoardGameNation I agree a resent game, I played I delayed Japan by holding india and funneling troops to kick them off the mainland. While American keep the Japanese fleet sunk and contained with submarines . I Timed my Normandy invasion just right Russia severely weakened Germany while at the same time I landed America on Normandy and then I used America to take Germany. I used the IPC to build my Pacific transport Fleet and took Japan 2 turns later Something I see your channel possibly benefiting from in the future is a Discord Channel I find it difficult to set up matches with other human players regardless if they're playing tabletopor the computer version a discord Channel might be beneficial in order to help people get together

[@BoardGameNation]

Have you visited any of the current A&A Discord channels?

[@johnathanheath6480]

@@BoardGameNation no I haven't that's the first time I heard of it I'll have to take a look

[@BoardGameNation]

@@johnathanheath6480 - There are two groups that I am in. Here is the link to one of them: discord.gg/g4khe7TK

[@vlex756]

Does anyone else use Great Britain to grab Borneo in the first round. Works most of the time.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! Yes! I am a fan of using the UK Navy to attack SZ 61 with the AC and CR (take out the DD and TR), attack Borneo with 2 INF, and New Guinea with 2 INF and a CR. The attack on Borneo and New Guinea both have a 75% chance of success. Plus, Japan has to divert precious transports and land units to take them back. Sometimes they don't even bother - which makes for a great place to land Americans, if the need arises. Is this how you do it?

[@vlex756]

@@BoardGameNation Thank you for making these. Yes. Exactly. If you're not playing for quick victory, it's fun to put a cruiser and a destroyer in the sea off of India and pick off Japanese transports also.

[@BoardGameNation]

I haven't seen a successful strategy that builds UK naval units in India before turn 5 or 6. I'll have to give that some thought. Thanks again for watching and I hope you have had a chance to subscribe!

[@richieforce1119]

The first time i played A&A, I had no idea, what I am doing or what I am sopposed to do, well it was a mess like everyones first game i think

[@BoardGameNation]

Hey, did you catch your name in the video?

[@richieforce1119]

@@BoardGameNation Yes I did, thanks for bringing it in, but you wrote it wrong, well mistakes happen so I wont blame you

[@BoardGameNation]

Oh no! Sorry about that. I tried to type it out and it think the autocorrect got me. I appreciate you being a subscriber!

[@richieforce1119]

@@BoardGameNation Sometimes autocorrect is just annoying, but it's ok, I have got no problem with spelling mistakes and also your videos are fun and I learn much from them. Also you had some fun editing this video as I see, which is pretty cool

[@BoardGameNation]

Cool. I am glad you liked them. The movie clips are a new choice for us. It takes more time, but it can add a lot to the video.

[@charlessutherland291]

If this is the original game the US should focus on Germany period!

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! In the 1942.2 version, having the Americans focus on Germany entirely is one popular strategy, but I have seen (and lost to) killer strategies that focused 100% on Japan. If you are referring to the classic version, I agree having the Allies focus everything on getting to Berlin is the best strategy. Thanks again for watching!

[@MADMartinQc]

Seems impossible to win as Allies. I think I might be 95% win as axes and 5% win as allies calculated over 100+ games played. Germany seems impossible to hold as russian and really hard to help in any way with UK or US before Russia is completly wiped out in 3 or 4 turns :( (Playing 3.0 version)

[@BoardGameNation]

That's interesting. Most people feel that even with the 3.0 setup, the game only slightly favors the Axis. 55/45 is the general consensus. Allied strategies can be tricky, but we are nearly finished with a video that focuses on Russian openings that might help. Keep an eye out for that. Thanks for watching!

[@tigere.3462]

😁

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching!

[@paulcooverjr.6947]

Don't lose German aircraft and don't do pearl harbor and you can win with the axis every time. Allied USA buying nothing but planes work well and can become a giant problem.

[@BoardGameNation]

Not sure about winning "every time," but both can be successful strategies! Thanks for watching!

[@Haydenbs]

Can we just appreciate the fact that he reads and replies to every single comment he gets across every single one of his videos.

[@BoardGameNation]

Though as we are growing, I am happy and sad to say that it is getting harder to keep up with. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!

[@miguelmeneses7406]

I love your videos, Axis & Allies Zombies...👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽 They could've done something else instead of zombies. Eastern Front, North Africa, Midway anything else but they gave us zombies 😂🤣😂 That's the one game I refuse to buy in the A&A gaming world.

[@BoardGameNation]

Zombie Kill of the Week? Thanks for watching!

[@konstan65]

The larry harris version played in 1942 online is considered to be slightly allied favored, with stats to back it up. Last 2 tournaments with a game count of over 200 the allies had a 55% winrate. I'm guessing the boardgame being axis favored has something to do with the 8 VC victory condition and 6 turn time limit the over-the-board games had.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching and for being a subscriber! I appreciate that really interesting data. I am not surprised, but it is interesting. I would be curious how you got that information. Is it available online somewhere? In this video I was trying to illustrate that the Axis need to move quickly or the Allies will overwhelm them with their economic strength. To that end, I would be curious to know what the win percentage in AA Online is for games that ended in less than 6 rounds. I would wager that that would show a heavy lean to the Axis, while longer game would statically favor the Allies. I wonder if our friends at Beamdog would be willing to share that data. Thanks again for watching and for the insight!

[@Mefisto5000]

@@BoardGameNation Very nice video. About "Quintin" consider that he is one of the best player online.

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate the tip. It's pretty clear that he understands what he is talking about. I'd love to get a game in with him in at some point.

[@konstan65]

@@BoardGameNation Beamdog shared som data right after the games release. At that point it was axis who had a 55% winrate at the highest level. Its interesting that its shifted towards allies as time goes by. The tourney stats was collected on the community discord server so I think you'll find them there.

[@BoardGameNation]

@@konstan65 - Excellent! I will look for that. Thanks!

[@yukidaruma6988]

I love the information you’re putting out, but there’s way too much fluff. Nearly every video has almost 1 min of intro and shilling, then adding all the little cutaways to unrelated video clips (which themselves are also too long).

[@BoardGameNation]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate the feedback. We were experimenting with adding movie clips. I agree a couple were a bit too long, but I think they keep it fresh. Rather than just listening to my voice, breaking up the video with short clips helps keep the viewer engaged. It does take a lot of work to find, edit, and insert video clips that are just right. As a result, we haven't used this technique since. About the "schilling", we are still actively growing the channel, but we have shortened that section in our newer videos. Thanks again for watching! Let know if you have any other feedback on our videos.

[@nathanfenster3425]

Nobody show this video to my friend Carter

[@BoardGameNation]

Haha! We won't tell him! 😉 Thanks for watching!

[@HeWhistlesTunes]

Look into Dragons Lair Comic Book and Game Store

[@BoardGameNation]

We love a good game store! Where is it located?

[@HeWhistlesTunes]

@@BoardGameNation San Antonio TX

[@BoardGameNation]

Great city! I'll try to stop by the next time I'm in the area. Thanks!

[@LCCWPresents]

Play USA every game all games.

[@BoardGameNation]

Hahaha! Fun idea, but if everyone did that, it wouldn't be much of a game. Thanks for watching!

[@petersmythe6462]

It's funny the Soviets are given much less material than Japan. I they why for balance reasons but it still feels very ahistorical.

[@BoardGameNation]

Not sure, but I think you are right. It is likely for game balance. Thanks for watching!

[@vincnetjones3037]

You didn't tell us anything about winning for each side.....

[@BoardGameNation]

This video is more of an overview of the strategic starting positions and goals rather than the movement of any particular units. The primary take away that I was hoping people would glean was that winning strategies focus on bringing as much pressure as possible on to a single point. For more specifics on tactics, I suggest check out some of other videos: kzbin.info/aero/PLMu2lpi84ZahjqvcT4idjXtaBgpjhCQDD&si=vvOKUPwf8oYSFWzF Thanks for watching!

[@roger.e.lareau4556]

Take territory. Hold territory. Deny the Allies income. ' Nuff said.

[@BoardGameNation]

Awesome! I'll add that to my next video! :) Thanks for watching!

[@pjbishop1988]

I know I’m the minority here but way too much yapping and no real strategy given. 10 min video to say two things maybe. Axis has more material to start but a smaller economy and amass your forces.

[@BoardGameNation]

We appreciate the feedback. Thanks for watching!

[@sparkmagea99]

I don't like all the added in filler junk. Doesn't fit the channel, doesn't fit your personality, and I don't think it fits the average tabletop gamer.

[@BoardGameNation]

I appreciate the feedback. By "filler junk," do you mean the movie quotes/clips?

[@sparkmagea99]

@@BoardGameNation Yeah, and I know this is the way of youtube anymore, but I personally cannot focus on the content with the clipping in and out. Get done watching the video not remembering anything said and wondering why I even spent my time on it.

[@BoardGameNation]

@@sparkmagea99 I know what you mean. One of the most important metrics for any YT channel is "watch time"; once they click, how long do they stay on the video. I have to say, this video has the best "watch time" of any of our videos, even more than the rules videos. It is just a really popular format, but I know not everyone likes it. Unfortunately for you, our next video is likely to be in this style, but here is a little tip that might help. None of the clips in our videos are usually more than a few seconds long. So, if you are watching on a computer, you can click the "arrow right" key and jump ahead and skip the clip. On a phone, you should be able to double tap the right side of the screen to do the same thing. I hope this helps. I really do appreciate the feedback and (don't tell anyone), but I kind of agree with you. Thanks for watching!

[@sparkmagea99]

@@BoardGameNation I appreciate the thoughtful reply. Thanks! We don't always have to follow the way of the world though, it might bring us more wealth, but is it worth feeding the general lack of attention span that is decimating interpersonal interaction? That's for each of us to decide in our own hearts. Best of luck to you and this channel, I've greatly appreciated your rules videos.

[@BoardGameNation]

Fair enough. Thanks for watching! Lots of fun stuff to come... without movie clips. :)

[@Rustie_za]

the small inserted video jokes is extremely offputting

[@BoardGameNation]

It was a format we were trying. I think we might have overdone it a bit. Some people love it. Others hated it. We still include movie clips in a few of our videos, but not nearly as often or as frequently. Thanks for the feedback!

[@Rustie_za]

@@BoardGameNation all good, understand. I would be remiss if I don't give honest feedback. Content otherwise was valuable and useful.

[@cyberpimp29]

Corporate shill

[@BoardGameNation]

Hahaha! I wish!

[@victorfinberg8595]

6:40 no, you are misinterpreting Vizzini there is an IMPLIED clause "never get involved in a land war in asia BY ATTACKING RUSSIA" russia, of course, is quite happy to get involved in a land war in asia

[@BoardGameNation]

Fair enough. 😀

[@victorfinberg8595]

2:50 this ignores the fact that the axis do a lot of damage at the beginning, both in terms of materiel and territory.

[@BoardGameNation]

That is true. The math I used doesn't account for any material or territorial changes. I assumed that the losses would be of roughly the same IPC value and that territories would be traded at a roughly equal amount. Of course, every game is going to be different, but I was trying to demonstrate that all things being equal, the Axis material advantage is shorter lived than most players would expect. Thanks for watching!

[@zacharypotvin6579]

Cringe

[@BoardGameNation]

Cringe because you liked it so much?

[@wetspotswimwear1199]

I have the original 1984 game, here is a devastating move Germany can make on its first turn. Attack the UK Capital. 1st, spend all Ipc's on infantry. You will need to eliminate the UK fleet, use EVERY vessel Germany has, even transports, let them take the hits first to save your subs and battleship use all vessels that have range to fight. So you have now eliminated the UK's fleet, now fly EVERY fighter to the UK Capital to fight, even those that will automatically crash due to movements use to get there, use them to take hits first, be specific about which fighter came from where to lose those who ran out of flying moves. How do you take the UK's Capital ? Use the bomber and transport 2 infantry men. The 2 men will be the last to be killed, you MUST save atleast one to take the Capital at the end of battle. With A.A. gun shots, and losing higher dollar pieces, you will take the Capital, get the IPC dollars and raise Germany to a much higher Industrial Point range. Then place your newly purchased infantry men on industrial complexes nearest to Russia, that will protect Germany til the next round. I have tried this many times, honestly Germany has a 60% chance of taking the UK and a much lower chance of keeping it ( the USA can come liberate the UK on its 1st turn ) BUT, by doing this Germany jumps in ipc's, puts the UK in the toilet, forces Russia to move towards Germany making it easier for Japan to take a few territories from Russia on Japan's 1st move, and forcing the USA to get involved immediately in Europe, spending some ipc's in eastern US, giving Japan an edge in the Pacific. It's a bold move, but will terrify the Allies if Germany takes the UK Capital on turn one. btw, I have had my 1984 game for 38 years, playing against my brother, we would go 7-8 hours, log our positions, come back and put in another 6-8 hours before either of us would win. Just thought I would add that so you know I'm no rookie

[@BoardGameNation]

Sounds fun! Thanks for watching and for sharing!

[@barbiedea4367]

The Scene cuts are just hilarious hahahahahahahaha 😂❤

[@BoardGameNation]

Glad you like it! We are working on another video in a similar style right now! Thanks for watching!