- BGG rating
- 8.0
Field Command: Singapore 1942 – Cards Expansion
- 2–3 players
- 60 min
- Complexity 2.0/5
- 2010
- BGG rank
- BGG #22,189
- BGG rating
- 6.9
Field Command: Singapore 1942
2009
Rules assistance for Field Command: Singapore 1942
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–3 players
- 240 min
- 8+
- Complexity 1.7/5
Rules assistant for Field Command: Singapore 1942
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Field Command: Singapore 1942 is a board game released in 2009 for 2–3 players, 240 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Khoo Yik Lin and its main mechanics are Area Movement and Dice Rolling.
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About the game
From official website: http://www.worldsforge.com/ The Battle of Singapore 1942 is one of the most historically significant battles during the Second World War. It demonstrates how a campaign can be won through thorough logistics preparation, daring strategic gambles, and tactical innovations. Take on the role of the British, Australian or Japanese field commander during the Battle of Singapore 1942. Re-live the period with the historic "Fortress Singapore" scenario or try a different challenge through one of the hypothetical scenarios, such as "Operation Tiderace", the British retaking of Singapore island. Play with Situation cards, for added complexity, unpredictability, and realism. Manage supplies. Defend strategic objectives. Decide the tactics for each combat engagement. Every game is different.
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Questions and answers
Field Command: Singapore 1942 supports 2–3 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Field Command: Singapore 1942 is 240 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Field Command: Singapore 1942 for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Field Command: Singapore 1942 has a complexity rating of 1.7 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Field Command: Singapore 1942 belongs to these categories: Wargame and World War II. Its main mechanics are Area Movement and Dice Rolling. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Field Command: Singapore 1942 are: Khoo Yik Lin. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Field Command: Singapore 1942 as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.