Labyrinth: The War on Terror

Board

Ratings

Age

9+

Board

Languages

English

Latest Version 1.0.5.172

Sun Jan 25 2026

Fixed notification issues.

Labyrinth: The War on Terror takes players inside the global conflict of the early 21st century. Combining deep gameplay with multifaceted simulation, the game features an asymmetrical design where the US and Jihadist sides have completely different goals and mechanics. With 120 event cards, players must navigate guerrilla warfare, democratic reform, and international support. The digital version includes asynchronous online multiplayer, challenging AI, and detailed tutorials to help players master its complex systems.

Dinsun Expert Review

Our Expert Score

95/100

Labyrinth: The War on Terror is an absolute triumph of digital board game adaptation. Designed by Volko Ruhnke, this game manages to tackle a heavy, complex subject matter with incredible tactical depth. The asymmetrical gameplay—playing as the United States trying to spread democracy vs. the Extremists trying to exert influence—creates a tense tug-of-war that feels different every single time you play.

The UI is clean and does a great job of managing the 120+ event cards, which would be a nightmare to track manually. While the learning curve is undeniably steep, the included tutorials are excellent at breaking down the core concepts of cells, prestige, and regional stability. This isn't just a game; it's a deep simulation of modern geopolitical conflict that demands your full attention. For fans of strategy and history, it is a must-own.

Dinsun reviewed on: Wed Feb 26 2025

Features

120 unique event cards

Asymmetrical gameplay

Asynchronous online multiplayer

Challenging AI opponents

Comprehensive beginner tutorials

Tips & Walkthrough

The US Strategy

Focus on improving regional governance and maintaining high prestige to make it harder for extremist cells to operate.

Gameplays

Card-Driven Conflict

Use cards for their Operation Points or to trigger specific historical events that can swing the tide of the war.

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Q&A

Yes, the game features a sophisticated AI that can provide a significant challenge for solo players.

Ratings & Reviews

Absolutely love but plz fix reassessment

Fri Nov 03 2023 kloan393

I abosutely love this game! Very great strategy and I’ve learned a lot about the conflict through playing the game but I just have one ask, please fix the reassessment function. Whenever I try to reassess it doesn't work and I have to abandon my game that I’ve worked so hard on.

Deep strategy for history and current events enthusiasts

Sat Jun 21 2025 ConnorK97

The game is deep, and has a STEEP learning curve, but once you get the hang of it, it’s really good. The AI player is pretty tough for new players, but stick with it and reference the rule book, which you can do mid-match. Also would like to add they have “gamified” some serious subject matter without it being insensitive or tacky.

A challenging game

Thu Dec 01 2022 I3adone

This a complex game that takes some time to learn but is intellectually challenging. I’m still figuring things out but enjoying it.

Latest phone issues

Thu Jan 12 2023 Owen Starkiller

Just got this on the new phone. The app seems fine but on the new phone I get stuck not being able to play cards . IOS thinks I’m trying to swipe away the app. Also the tutorial text is sadly too small for my eyes. The card effect makes the app unplayable.