Published in Strategy & Tactics magazine#18. "Crete" is a simple World War 2 operational wargame of the German invasion of Crete in 1941. Per creator (Jim Dunnigan): "We needed a game for the first issue, and it had to be kind of small. I was into the origins of air-mobile ops at that time, and felt Crete would be more suitable than some of the ops Kenney...
The Battle of Crete was a turning point. The Germans, shocked by their heavy losses, limited the use of their paratroopers to conventional infantry roles. In contrast, the Allies, recognizing the potential of these troops, integrated them into their airborne forces for future operations like Overlord or Market Garden. In this wargame, you’ll face critical...
This is a doujin (fan-made) game that was produced for sale only at Japanese game shows. It was not made for the general public and to get one you had to order in advance. The game would then be made, and you would pick it up at the show. This game deals with the Legend of the Galactic Heroes, an anime series from the late 80's to mid 90's. —user summary A...
"Pouch" Series Game #8 Cromwell is a dual game, that is, two levels of complexity are provided. The game board shows a strategic map of England at the time of the First Civil war (September, 1642, to May, 1646) separated into counties and important cities, hereafter referred to as AREAS. Is a two players game, but more players may be added. In all...
This is the second game in the Tsukuda Gundam RPG series. It expands the rules and scenarios of Sieg Zion (the first game in the series). It includes a rulebook, a scenario book, two unpunched counter sheets, three mounted maps (plus an extra), two dice, 29 data cards, and two player aids. Published by Tsukuda Hobbies, it is a wargame supplement to the...
“I would fight them if they were a million.” - Albert Sidney Johnston on the eve of Shiloh “Take your damned regiment back to Ohio. There are no Confederates closer than Corinth.” - William Tecumseh Sherman to Jesse Appler of the 53rd Ohio, April 5 On April 5, 1862 the Confederacy appeared to be finished. Forts Henry and Donelson had fallen and a...
It is the year of Our Lord 1095. By order of the Pope, the armies of Christendom march on the Holy Land to reclaim Jerusalem. Deus Vult! Relive the brutal battles of the 10th and 11th centuries during the Crusades. Command Crusader or Islamic forces across the harsh deserts of Palestine and in pivotal battles like Montgisard, Harran, Hattin, Mar al Saffar...
A strategic level hex-wargame treatment of the 1st and 3rd Crusades, 1096-1099 and 1190-1192 respectively. The rules for each Crusade share the same basic mechanics however the 3rd Crusade scenario is designed as a two-player only game, while the 1st Crusade scenario is intended for multi-player play, and has additional rules covering diplomatic and...
The Mapsheet is 21 1/2 inches by 27 inches and is Light GREEN overall, with GREEN, BROWN, and Dark BLUE graphics. There are a Terrain Effects Chart, Turn Record, Points Record, and Combat Results Table on the Mapsheet as well. FROM the Rules Booklet: "The Map board shows the section of the Little Big Horn River and surrounding area where the 7th Cavalry...
Czech Legion is a simulation of the operations of the Czech Legion in Russia, from May to December 1918. In this game, the player must secure control of most of Siberia, an escape route for the Czech Legion, as well as various other missions such as rescuing the Czar’s family or capturing the gold reserves of the Russian State. —description from the...