Crescendo of Doom
A Squad Leader Gamette
An expansion by Don Greenwood
2 2 2
60 minutes High
Dice Rolling, Modular Board, Grid Movement, Variable Set-up, Simulation, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Events, Ratio / Combat Results Table
Wargame, World War II
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Description
Crescendo of Doom: A Squad Leader Gamette is a classic wargame expansion from 1979, designed by Don Greenwood, that throws you into the chaos of World War II. As a two-player game, you and your opponent will engage in a 60-minute battle of strategy and luck, navigating the complexities of grid movement, dice rolling, and modular board setup. With variable setup and scenario-based gameplay, each match is unique, keeping you on your toes as you try to outmaneuver your opponent. The game's complicated rules might take some time to learn, but the payoff is worth it - immerse yourself in the intense World War II scenarios, using movement points, events, and combat results tables to outsmart your foe. As an expansion for the base game Squad Leader, Crescendo of Doom adds a new layer of depth and excitement to the original game, making it a must-play for fans of wargames and World War II simulations.
Expansion for
Squad Leader
2 Players
60 minutes
High
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