Nukewar | Classic retro game for the Commodore PET Computer (1980)

Nukewar is a strategic board game published by Avalon Hill in 1980. The game simulates global thermonuclear warfare, focusing on the geopolitical and military strategies of the Cold War era. Players take on the roles of superpowers, managing resources, alliances, and nuclear arsenals to achieve dominance or mutual destruction.

The game is notable for its detailed mechanics, including the use of a hexagonal grid map representing the Earth, with players deploying missiles, bombers, and submarines to strike enemy targets. It incorporates elements of diplomacy, resource management, and tactical decision-making, reflecting the complexities of nuclear conflict. The game's design emphasizes the high-stakes nature of its theme, with outcomes often hinging on careful planning and risk assessment.

Nukewar was part of Avalon Hill's broader catalog of war games, which were popular among strategy enthusiasts during the late 20th century. While the game's designer remains uncredited, it is often associated with Avalon Hill's reputation for producing complex and historically themed games. There is no direct evidence linking Nukewar to Commodore PET games, as Avalon Hill primarily focused on board games rather than computer software during this period.