Lock 'n Load Tactical: Heroes of North Africa

The Desert Burns with War in Heroes of North Africa

Dominate the Desert

The Lock ’n Load Tactical Series moves into the harsh deserts of North Africa with Heroes of North Africa. From the early clashes in 1940 to the decisive battles of 1942 and 1943, your command forces engaged in a relentless struggle for control of the Mediterranean, the Suez Canal, and the region's future.

The campaign stretches from East Africa and Sidi Barrani in Egypt across Libya and into Tunisia and Morocco. Desert warfare brings sweeping maneuvers, sudden armored thrusts, and hard-fought infantry assaults under a blazing sun.

18 Scenarios of Mobile Desert Warfare

You play 18 dynamic scenarios that showcase the core strengths of the Lock ’n Load Tactical Series. The impulse-based turn system keeps both sides engaged at all times. Squad-level combat highlights leadership, morale, and individual heroics in critical situations.

Command Historic Forces

You lead a wide range of Axis and Allied formations, including:

• Italian infantry and elite Folgore paratroopers
• Rommel’s Afrika Korps
• The British Eighth Army and Commonwealth forces
• Free French units
• American troops entering combat during Operation Torch

Each faction brings distinct weapons, tactics, and capabilities shaped by the realities of desert warfare.

Armor and Firepower in the Open Desert

North Africa emphasizes maneuver and armored combat. Tanks and anti-tank guns dominate long sight lines across open ground. Infantry must coordinate with armor to seize objectives, defend supply routes, and survive counterattacks.

Unique desert rules reflect the sand, heat, and wide-open terrain. Movement, visibility, and timing become critical as forces clash across dunes, ridges, and fortified positions.

One of the Largest Component Sets in the Series

Heroes of North Africa delivers one of the most expansive component collections in the series, packed with counters, scenarios, and battlefield options that offer high replay value.

If you want sweeping armored engagements, historic desert campaigns, and fast-paced squad-level action, Heroes of North Africa brings the war in the desert to your table.