USA & Germany Card Spotlight: Homefront – Early War
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Homefront – Early War lands March 10 - a reinforcement mini-set for Homefront that takes us back to the opening stages of World War 2, when new fronts rapidly opened and the frontline was constantly contested.
If you missed our previous briefing on this upcoming mini-set, you can find the full details here:
In today’s spotlight, we’re covering what Germany and the USA bring to the fight: new cards and key themes.
Video: USA & Germany Spotlight
For the full written overview, read on.
Germany: Momentum and Coordination
Germany’s Early War kit is inspired by their early WW2 strategy and built around pushing into new ground and holding it through coordination and tempo - a swift, frontline-first approach where momentum matters - lightning warfare.
18. INFANTRY REGIMENT
Moves into the frontline on deployment if possible, letting you establish board presence immediately and begin contesting the critical frontline from the outset.
PANZER I-A
A nod to combined arms doctrine: the tank that formed the heart of early war rapid attack draws a card if you control an infantry, encouraging you to pair armor with boots on the ground.
36. KRADSCHÜTZEN
Rewards you whenever a German unit moves into the frontline, reinforcing a plan where rapid advance and continuous pressure aren’t just tactical - they’re a source of value.
CONQUEST
The payoff piece that ties everything together: draw a card for each unit type you control. Straightforward, but potent. Build a diverse early-war force, keep your options open, and let Conquest refill your hand as the frontline shifts.
Germany in Early War: take ground, move with purpose, and turn coordinated pushes into a sustained advantage.
USA: Hold the Line, Outproduce the Enemy
On the US side, the spotlight starts with units designed to take and hold the frontline - then pivots into a bigger strategic identity: production and endurance. Battles are fought in the field, but the war is won at home.
M2A4
Becomes a Blitz threat if it reaches 3 or more attack, turning a developing unit into a sudden strike option as its power climbs. A tank with blitz can turn the tables in a single well timed strike.
1st DEFENSE BATTALION
Hits harder if you already have a US unit in the frontline, rewarding you for establishing presence first, then reinforcing it with follow-up force. Just like the Marine Corps battalion it is based on, this is a solid tool for reinforcing your gains.
15th ENGINEERS
Turns a broad frontline into logistics: it converts that presence into extra kredit slots, and provides a matching attack bonus - a versatile blend of economy and battlefield output.
SURGING POWER
Leans into the theme of the USA’s industrial might: upgrading the four topmost units in your deck in an escalating chain from the top down, building strength over time and giving your unit more bite as the game progresses.
USA in Early War: establish the frontline, scale through production, and turn staying power into a winning push.
New Fronts and Contested Lines
Across both nations, the theme is clear: frontline pressure and control define this stage of the war. Germany’s lightning war approach pushes with momentum and coordination; meanwhile the industrial might of the USA establishes, scales, and outlasts.
Don’t miss further nation spotlights dropping in the lead-up to launch.
Homefront – Early War launches March 10. Get ready to contest every mile.
