Bastogne
The Desperate Defense, December 1944
A board game by Larry Pinsky, Redmond A. Simonsen, Kip Allen
2 Players 120 minutes Low
Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Variable Set-up, Simulation, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Zone of Control, Ratio / Combat Results Table
Wargame, World War II
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Description
In Bastogne: The Desperate Defense, December 1944, you and a friend take on the roles of commanders in one of World War II's most pivotal battles. This 1976 game designed by Larry Pinsky, Redmond A. Simonsen, and Kip Allen drops you into the midst of the Battle of the Bulge, where the US Army's 101st Airborne Division must hold out against overwhelming German forces. With easy-to-learn rules, you'll be immersed in the action in no time, using dice rolls, grid movement, and a hexagon grid to maneuver your troops and outmaneuver your opponent. The game's varied setup and use of a combat results table add a layer of realism and unpredictability, making each playthrough unique. With 120 minutes of intense gameplay, you'll need to balance strategy and luck to emerge victorious in this gripping wargame.
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