Combat Commander

Europe

2 Players 60 - 180 minutes Medium

Campaign / Battle Card Driven, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Line of Sight, Movement Points, Simulation, Variable Phase Order, Advantage Token

Wargame, World War II

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Combat Commander: Europe is a tactical infantry combat game set in the European Theater of World War II, where two players take on the roles of the Axis and Allies. Players use Fate cards to activate their units on the mapboard, moving them to attack enemy units and occupy objectives. The game is won by achieving scenario-specific objectives, destroying enemy units, and exiting friendly units off the board edge. A typical game lasts between 60 to 180 minutes, with a variable number of player turns and Fate card orders. The game mechanics, including grid movement and line of sight, add a layer of realism to the gameplay. With its normal complexity level, this 2006 game is accessible to experienced board game players, offering a challenging and engaging experience as they navigate the chaos and uncertainty of war, making it a great choice for fans of wargames and World War II history.