The Great War

A game by Richard Borg

2 Players 60 minutes Medium

Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Simulation

Miniatures, Wargame, World War I

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Description

The Great War is a thrilling board game that brings the epic battles of World War I to life, allowing two players to engage in historic engagements. Designed by Richard Borg, this game uses a unique blend of campaign and battle card driven mechanics, dice rolling, and a hexagon grid to simulate the intense trench warfare of the time. With a playtime of 60 minutes and normal complexity, it's easy for board game enthusiasts to jump in and start playing. The game's scenario booklet includes a range of battles that focus on the historical deployment of forces and important terrain features, with a flexible scale that varies from battle to battle. The Command card system and battle dice work together to create a suspenseful and challenging experience, requiring players to coordinate their tactics and make strategic decisions to gain victory.