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Island of Death: Invasion of Malta, 1942

Island of Death: Invasion of Malta, 1942 2008

Design Brian L. Knipple Art Beth Donahue , Susan Robinson Publisher Avalanche Press Ltd.
6.8 /10
BGG rating
#20154
BGG rank
3.3
Weight
1–2
Players
2
Best at
180
Minutes
12
Age
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Island of Death: Return to Malta 2016 Fortress Malta 2014

About the Game

Island of Death focuses on the hypothetical invasion of Malta by Axis forces during the Second World War. Players control German, Italian and Commonwealth forces on a 22"x17" map covering the entire island. The system used is adapted from earlier Avalanche releases (Red Steel, Red Parachutes, and Alamein).

The game includes a small introductory scenario and a campaign scenario covering the entire battle. Each oversized hex is 1 kilometer across, while the 280 counters represent mostly Companies and Battalions. Included in the 24-page rulebook are rules for Paratroopers, Armor, Artillery Support, supply lines, amphibious landings and parachute drops.

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Categories
Wargame World War II
Mechanics
Hexagon Grid
BGG ratings
50 · geek rating 5.52
BGG data
refreshed Sep 7, 2026