Experience yourself the Struggle for Freedom
Battle for Burma : a Board Game of Strategy, Civil war & State building
Immerse yourself in the nuanced dynamics of Burma’s civil war. Engage with state building, history, strategy & the fight for self-determination
Strategic Gameplay
Navigate intricate scenarios that mirror real-world conflicts.
Historical Accuracy
Explore true events and understand the ongoing struggle in Burma.
Educational Insight
Gain a deeper understanding of ethnic tensions and political challenges.
Battle for Burma - Concept
Battle for Burma is a unique board game that combines strategic gameplay with a ground level journey through the current conflict in Burma. Players assume the roles of various ethnic armies, striving for full control or independence. This game not only challenges your strategic thinking but also provides an in-depth look at the historical and ongoing struggles within Burma. Designed for both personal play & educational settings, it offers a profound experience that raises awareness about the complexities of Burma’s civil war.
Battle for Burma includes several variables, such as Armies, Missions, Ending Scenarios and Unpredictable Future Cards, to make replaying it a fresh and engaging experience.
Battle for Burma is a unique board game that combines strategic gameplay with an educational journey through the current conflict in Burma. Players assume the roles of various ethnic armies, striving for control or independence. This game not only challenges your strategic thinking but also provides an in-depth look at the historical and ongoing struggles within Burma. Designed for both personal play & educational settings, it offers a profound experience that raises awareness about the complexities of Burma’s civil war.
Explore the Game's Unique Concepts & Features
Nuanced Strategy
Engage in multifaceted strategies that require balance & careful planning
Real life Scenarios
Each game scenario is based on actual events, providing an authentic experience.
Educational
Learn about the socio-political landscape of Burma through immersive gameplay.
Dynamic Gameplay
Experience ever-changing scenarios that keep each game session fresh and challenging.
Game Mechanics
Ethnic Armed Organizations & the Junta
17 ethnic armed groups + the Junta can all be played
Internally Displaces People & Inter-regional missions
Each time these armies clash, it is unknown which army will be victorious, yet it is almost certain that civilians will be displaced. Taking care of these new IDPs & POWs generates statehood points
Propaganda concerts & Prisoners of war
Each time these armies clash, it is unknown which army will be victorious, yet it is almost certain that civilians will be displaced. Taking care of these new IDPs & POWs generates statehood points
Alliances & State building
Negotiate alliances with the Junta or an Ethnic Armed Organization. Balance your resources between public services, the cost of war & IDPs cutoff from most international aid
Raw resources & Black market weapon deals
Gold, Jade, Rubies, Rare Earth Minerials, Teak wood & oil are all extracted to fund these conflicts + the challeing task of statebuilding during active conflict
Airstrike mode & Drone attacks
Train your pilots, stockpile drones & roll the speciality ‘Drone Die’ to see the outcome
Unpredictable Future cards &
Every turn reveals a story with consequences for the game. Cards cover many nuanced narratives: drugs, celebrities, human trafficking, diaspora, war crimes, economics & much more. 100 cards
Build Hospitals & Universities
Hospitals & universities support your path to statehood & gives unique benefits for your army as well
Unpredictable Future cards
Pick three missions
Four ways to play
Deluxe
Est cost 500 Euro
Feild ready
Est cost 30 Euro
Digital
Est cost 5 Euro
DIY
Est cost – Free
Troop Types
The Seargent
The Reserve Police
The RPG
The 50 cal.
The Drone Pilot
The Militia
Buildings
The Hospital
The POW Camp
The IDP Camp
The University
Flow chart of choices & outcomes
Ending Scenarios
Speciality Dice
IDP Die Drone Die Propaganda Die Weapons Deal Die
Armies exchange ‘ Declaration of Alliance’ cards without the other armies kowing what cards were exchanged, until they are used
Raw Resources
17 Armies
46 Districts
Casualty Counters
Every conflict causes casualty,
however most games about conflict do not ask their players to be aware of how many died or create unique game play ramification of high casualties counts
Statehood Levels
Conflict alone can conquer the map
but without enough statehood points
your army may end the game as a ‘Pillager’ or ‘Tyrant’
Earn Statehood points by
supporting IDPs & POWs,
building Hospitals & Universities,
& liberating conquered capitals, instead of pilliaging them.
Showcases
Public test play @ Zinme Wat Umong
Nov 2nd 2024
FREE
Join the Battle for Burma
Stay informed about the launch of Battle for Burma, an immersive board game that brings the current conflict in Burma home in a nuanced & engaging gameplay
