Submarine Tactical Command is a classic-style tactical board game designed from the ground up for 3D printing enthusiasts and strategy gamers.

Blending the deep planning of Chess with the tension of naval warfare, STC delivers a unique battlefield experience where positioning, prediction, and tactical thinking are the keys to victory.

This is not a fast luck-driven game.
Every movement matters.
Every decision has consequences.

With minimal randomness influencing the outcome, players must carefully plan their actions, anticipate enemy maneuvers, and think several turns ahead — just like a naval commander operating beneath the surface of the ocean.

2-player setup

3-player setup

Submarine Tactical Command features a fully modular hexagonal board with a precision hex-grid system designed for deep tactical gameplay and natural naval movement.

The board includes a raised hexagonal grid that allows ships and markers to fit securely into position, making movement, positioning, and battlefield organization easier and more intuitive during gameplay.

The board is fully modular and easy to disassemble, making it convenient to transport, store, and package.

Designed specifically for 3D printing, each module is optimized for efficient printing on standard desktop printers while maintaining durability and visual quality.

The hexagonal geometry creates smoother movement, better positioning possibilities, and a more strategic battlefield experience.

When disassembled, the game can be packaged in a 32 × 25 × 7 cm box (L × W × H), as shown in the image below. (Illustrative image enhanced with AI.)

The units of Submarine Tactical Command were carefully designed to combine tactical readability, visual identity, and 3D printing efficiency.

Each piece represents a specialized naval unit with its own strategic role on the battlefield, creating a gameplay experience focused on positioning, prediction, and tactical decision-making.

The fleet includes:

• Submarines equipped with torpedoes
• Destroyers equipped with depth charges
• Aircraft carriers capable of launching air attacks

• Torpedoes, aircraft, and tactical support elements

   

All pieces were engineered specifically for:

• Easy home 3D printing
• Clean and easy assembly
• No supports required
• No AMS required

The models are optimized for standard desktop 3D printers while maintaining a detailed and professional tabletop appearance.

STC focuses on:

• Tactical positioning
• Spatial control
• Strategic prediction
• Resource management
• Long-term planning

There are no random dice rolls deciding the winner of the battle.

Victory belongs to the player who:

• Reads the battlefield correctly
• Predicts enemy intentions
• Executes superior tactics

If you enjoy games that reward intelligence, patience, and strategy, Submarine Tactical Command was made for you.

Submarines in Submarine Tactical Command are equipped with powerful torpedoes capable of striking enemy units from a distance with deadly precision.

Torpedo attacks require careful positioning, tactical prediction, and strategic timing. A well-executed launch can change the course of the battle, while a poorly planned attack may expose your submarine to enemy countermeasures.

When under torpedo attack, naval units may attempt evasive maneuvers to avoid destruction. Successful evasion can save a vessel from a direct hit, adding an extra layer of tactical decision-making to every engagement.

The submarine is the core tactical unit of Submarine Tactical Command, capable of operating in two distinct states:

• Submerged → Faster and protected from aircraft attacks
• Surfaced → Slower and vulnerable, but still retains offensive capability

Destroyers are fast and versatile defensive vessels designed to protect the fleet and hunt enemy submarines.

Equipped with powerful depth charges, they can force submerged submarines to surface, exposing them to enemy attacks and disrupting stealth tactics.

Their high mobility allows rapid repositioning, defensive coverage, and strategic control of the battlefield.

The aircraft carrier is a powerful strategic support unit capable of launching air attacks across the battlefield.

While slower and heavily dependent on protection from allied units, it provides long-range tactical pressure and can threaten enemy positions far beyond conventional naval engagement range.

A well-positioned carrier can completely change the balance of the battle.

Unlike traditional board games, Submarine Tactical Command was specifically created to be:

• Highly printable
• Modular
• No supports
• No AMS
• Maker-friendly

The game features:

• Detailed 3D printable units
• Modular hexagonal board
• Compact and elegant components
• Expandable naval units

Every piece was designed to look and feel like a premium tactical system while remaining practical for home 3D printing.

The Submarine Tactical Command rulebook was designed to be clear, intuitive, and easy to understand for both new and experienced players.

Instead of long and overly complex explanations, the rules are presented in a clean and organized format focused on fast learning and smooth gameplay.

The book includes:

• Step-by-step gameplay explanations
• Illustrated examples
• Visual diagrams for movement and attacks
• Clear unit descriptions

Attention! A preview of the rules will be published in the updates section, but will only be visible to backers.

A complete tabletop system designed for both playability and fabrication:

• Modular hex board (precision 20 mm hex grid)
• Fully 3D printable fleet units
• Clean, tactile components
• Player Board for Weapon Storage
• Illustrated Rulebook
• 3D Printing Guide

• Strategy game enthusiasts (chess, naval tactics, war games)
• Makers and 3D printing hobbyists
• Designers who appreciate elegant systems
• Players tired of luck-based mechanics

Submarine Tactical Command is being developed by Mauricio Duarte, a 3D designer, maker, and board game creator focused on combining strategic gameplay with innovative 3D-printable designs. Drawing from years of experience in product design, educational robotics, and maker projects, this game was created to deliver a deep and immersive naval warfare experience that can be produced and enjoyed by players around the world.

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