Sniper Elite Operation Kraken

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An ambitious operation to end the war, the Axis are launching an experimental super carrier across the Atlantic. Find these plans before it can launch, or infiltrate it to bring down this war machine from within.

This expansion for Sniper Elite: The Board Game introduces two new maps, 2 vehicles with miniatures, new loadout and objective cards, a dozen new tokens and new Solo Mode cards.

Infiltrating the 'Norman Village' map is a real challenge for players as armoured cars patrol the area and crucial intelligence needs to be found to help bring about the downfall of the enemies’ '“Super Carrier”'.

From the wide-open fields surrounding the village to the air ducts, tight corridors, and multiple decks of the Super Carrier map itself, players will find diverse challenges each time they play. New gameplay mechanics from tools such as TNT or Bolt Cutters will be crucial for the sniper’s success while the defenders will be able to utilise reinforced walls and locked doors to turn the ship into a nightmarish maze.

Step back into the shadow warfare of World War II with Sniper Elite: Operation Kraken from Rebellion Unplugged! Designed by David Thompson and Roger Tankersley, this major expansion for Sniper Elite: The Board Game introduces new maps, specialized guard types, and high-stakes stealth missions centered on stopping a secret Nazi naval superweapon.

Designed for 1 to 4 players with scenario times of 60 to 90 minutes, Operation Kraken delivers intense cat-and-mouse hidden movement gameplay. Slip through heavily defended submarine pens, bypass patrolling watchdogs, and pull off impossible long-range shots before the enemy locks down your location.

Neutralize the Secret Naval Superweapon

Deep within heavily fortified coastal bases, the enemy is preparing to launch Operation Kraken—a catastrophic naval assault that could turn the tide of World War II. Playing as elite Allied sniper Karl Fairburne (or controlling the defending German patrol squads), players enter a high-tension duel of stealth, misdirection, and deadly precision.

Sniper Elite: Operation Kraken expands the core game with brand-new double-sided maps, new tactical options, and challenging AI rules for solo operatives.

Key Expansion Features & Tactical Mechanics

• Submarine Pens & Coastal Base Maps: Battle across all-new double-sided game boards featuring claustrophobic indoor corridors, open docks, catwalks, and heavy industrial machinery that offer fresh line-of-sight and cover dynamics.
• New Guard Types & Watchdogs: Introduces specialized enemy units—including trained attack dogs that track the sniper's scent trail through hidden noise tokens—forcing the sniper to adapt their movement routes.
• Expanded Shot Bag & Equipment: Access new specialized weapons, silent suppression gear, and traps to mislead defenders or take out high-value targets without alerting the entire base.
• Solo & Cooperative AI Mode: Fully compatible with the solo bot system, allowing single players to run stealth infiltration operations against automated guard patrols.

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Expert Recommendation

At Boardgamegeneral, David Thompson and Roger Tankersley's Sniper Elite tabletop adaptation is widely regarded as one of the best hidden movement games of recent years. Operation Kraken is an absolute must-have expansion for fans of the base game.

The introduction of attack dogs is a game-changer—it adds a relentless tracking element that prevents the sniper from camping in one zone or using predictable movement loops. Paired with the multi-level feel of the submarine pen map, the stealth puzzle becomes richer, tenser, and even more rewarding when you successfully complete your objectives undetected.

If your customers enjoy hidden movement classics like Mind MGMT, Letters from Whitechapel, or stealth video games, Operation Kraken is an essential stocking item.

Verdict: A stellar expansion that heightens the tension, adds dynamic new tracking mechanics, and delivers fantastic map variation for the Sniper Elite system.