Relive the tense conflict in Mali from February 2012 to May 2013, where Islamist and Tuareg rebels push to seize urban centers and reach Bamako, while Malian forces hold out for French and Chadian reinforcements to turn the tide. This indie strategy game unfolds over 16 turns, each spanning about a month, pitting symmetrical forces against each other-weak Malian units bolstered by powerful French troops. Rebels exploit hidden movement across much of the map for surprise attacks, and French intervention levels dictate when reinforcements arrive.
Event cards introduce diplomatic, military, political, and economic twists for high replayability in every match. Playtime runs around 1h30, with no favored side or particularly tough faction to master. Strategy fans who enjoy turn-based clashes and variable scenarios will find a focused challenge here.
Mali 2012 relates to rise of AQMI among the Tuareg rebellion and the efforts of Mali and France to counter them.
The Islamic rebels must capture the urban centers of Mali and march on its capital Bamako to upset its government.
Malian forces must hold till the French army shows up to the rescue, then they shall try to crush the enemy.
Mali 2012 lasts 16 turns each representing about 1 month between February 2012 and May 2013. It opposes the Malian state and its French and Chadian allies to the Islamist and Tuareg rebels in Mali.
- Forces are symmetrical, as Malian units are weak but the French forces extremely powerful.
- The Rebel side may use the ability to be hidden in a large part of the map to strike unexpectedly.
The French intervention level is essential as it allows the Malians to get the Franco Chadians reinforcements into play.
The game event cards allow full replay ability thanks to the numerous various situations that their create on the diplomatic, military, political or economical fields.
Estimated Playtime: 1h30
Favored Side: none
Hardest to Play: none.
