Hammer's Slammers
A board game by Jim Griffin, H. N. Voss, Neil Zimmerer
1-4 Players 120 minutes Medium
Dice Rolling, Modular Board, Hexagon Grid, Line of Sight, Movement Points, Ratio / Combat Results Table
Science Fiction, Wargame, Novel-based
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Description
Hammer's Slammers is a classic board game based on the novel by Dave Drake, where players take on the role of Colonel Alois Hammer's mercenaries in the latter half of the 3rd Millennium. The game features a modular board with various terrains, including roads, forests, and cities, which players must navigate using a combination of dice rolling and movement points. With a playtime of 120 minutes, players can expect an immersive experience as they engage in combat, using artillery, tanks, and infantry to outmaneuver their opponents. As a hex-based wargame, Hammer's Slammers offers a challenging yet accessible experience, with rules that are easy to learn for those familiar with board games. The game's designers, Jim Griffin, H. N. Voss, Neil Zimmerer, and H. N. Voss, have created a game that is both strategic and exciting, making it a great option for 1 to 4 players looking for a fun and engaging science fiction wargame experience.
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