Fox Two!!: Air Combat in 1988

Price:: 3091 JPY
Weight:: 360 g

【Manufacturer】Moritsuchi
【Author】Moritsuchi
【Type Specification】 Card Game
【Number of players】 2-5
【Play Time】30-60 Minutes
【Language】Japanese
【Product Description】 *FOX TWO!!* is a card-driven, competitive aerial combat game themed around dogfights between jet fighters during the final years of the Cold War.
Designed for 2–5 players, the game casts each participant as a fighter squadron commander. Players must leverage their limited hand of cards and the unique performance characteristics of their aircraft to seize the initiative in the skies.
While the core rules follow a "battle royale" format, scoring is based not only on the number of enemy aircraft shot down but also on the survival of one’s own planes. Consequently, reckless aggression can provoke other players, leaving you vulnerable to a concentrated counterattack. Success hinges on your ability to read the situation and strike a careful balance—neither overextending nor playing too cautiously.
Combat options include:
• RHM (Radar-Homing Missiles)
• IRM (Infrared-Homing Missiles)
• Guns (Cannons)
Each fighter jet has distinct strengths and weaknesses, naturally reflecting the historical operational profiles of these aircraft.
For example:
The F-14A Tomcat excels at long-range interception using RHM, while the F-16 Fighting Falcon is highly effective in close-range combat using IRM.
Meanwhile, Soviet-bloc aircraft are equipped with the high-performance R-73 (AA-11 Archer) missile, granting them a clear advantage in close-quarters dogfights against Western counterparts.
Advanced scenarios expand the gameplay beyond simple aerial duels, allowing for a wargame-style experience where players divide into Eastern and Western blocs to vie for air superiority.
Whether it’s a high-stakes 1-on-1 duel, a 2-on-2 team battle, or a tense scenario defined by paranoia—where you cannot be certain who is a friend and who is a foe—*FOX TWO!!* offers a wide range of playstyles to suit any group size or preference. This game is for you if:
・You have an interest in real-world jet fighters or the history of aerial combat.
・You enjoy games that reward strategic foresight and sound judgment, rather than just luck.
・You are looking for a competitive game where the flow of play changes significantly with every session.

Conversely, this game may not be the right fit if you prefer quick, short-session games or fully cooperative experiences.

*FOX TWO!!* is an aerial combat card game designed for adults, centered on making critical decisions: at what range to engage, which weapons to deploy, and when to disengage.

Rules for solo play are also available (free of charge):
https://moritsuchi.booth.pm/items/8831544

【Fox Two!!: Air Combat in 1988】
Card: 72