
Danger Forward
The Battle of Gela, July 1943
A board game by Dean Essig, Carl Fung
1-2 1-2
0 minutes High
Hexagon Grid
Wargame, World War II
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Description
Danger Forward: The Battle of Gela, July 1943 drops you into one of the fiercest island assaults of WWII, and it does so with a hex‑grid battlefield that feels as gritty as the sand‑caked beaches themselves. Designed by Dean Essig and Carl Fung, this two‑player (or solo) wargame lets you command Allied or Axis forces as you scramble to out‑maneuver the enemy, seize key terrain, and survive the chaotic artillery barrage that defined the Sicilian campaign. The rules are a bit on the heavyweight side, so expect a learning curve that rewards anyone who loves digging into the details of historical tactics, but once you’ve got the hang of it the tactical cat‑and‑mouse on those hexes is pure adrenaline. Published in 2026, the game packs a surprisingly quick playtime—practically a flash of action—while still delivering the depth you crave from a classic WWII wargame. If you enjoy strategic crunch, historical drama, and a board that lets you feel the pressure of every decision, Danger Forward is the perfect way to relive that pivotal July showdown.
