Heroes of the Great War

Limanowa 1914

A game by András Komporday, Balázs Mischinger, mucsi_a, Simó Robert, Norbert Szeder

1 - 4 Players 120 - 240 minutes High

Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Team-Based Game

Abstract Strategy, Wargame, World War I

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Heroes of the Great War: Limanowa 1914 is a World War I strategy board game where 1 to 4 players take on the roles of commanders of different army corps, navigating the complexities of war in a game that can last anywhere from 120 to 240 minutes. The game is set in the region surrounding Limanowa, where the Austro-Hungarian and Russian forces clashed in 1914, and players must use their strategic thinking to outmaneuver their opponents. With a hexagon grid and dice rolling mechanics, the game requires a bit of time to learn, but the reward is well worth the effort. As players personify the commanders of four different army corps, they will need to work together as a team to achieve victory, using a combination of infantry, cavalry, and artillery units, as well as unique officer's units with special capabilities. The game features a range of battle cards, including strategic, tactical, and artillery cards, which can be used to gain an advantage over the enemy. With its intricate gameplay and historical setting, Heroes of the Great War: Limanowa 1914 is a game that will challenge and engage players, allowing them to relive the battles of World War I and rewrite history.