Harvest of Death
The Second Day at Gettysburg
A board game by David G. Martin, Leonard Millman
1-2 1-2
90 minutes Low
Dice Rolling, Simulation, Hexagon Grid, Ratio / Combat Results Table
Wargame, Post-Napoleonic, American Civil War
View onBoardGameGeek
Friends and Communities with Harvest of Death
Description
Harvest of Death: The Second Day at Gettysburg is a classic wargame that drops you into one of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War. Designed by David G. Martin and Leonard Millman, this 1989 game is easy to learn, making it accessible to new players, but still offers a challenging and immersive experience. For 1 to 2 players, the game takes around 90 minutes to play, and uses a combination of dice rolling, simulation, and a hexagon grid to recreate the intensity of the battle. With a focus on simulation, the game's mechanics, including a ratio/combat results table, work together to create a realistic and thrilling experience. As you navigate the chaos of war, you'll feel like you're right there on the battlefield, making tactical decisions that could mean the difference between victory and defeat.
Similar Board Games
Twilight Struggle
2 Players
120-180 minutes
High
Undaunted
North Africa
2 Players
45-60 minutes
Low
Commands & Colors
Ancients
2 Players
60 minutes
Medium
Ogre
1-3 Players
45 minutes
Low
Fire in the Lake
1-4 Players
180 minutes
High
Space Empires 4X
1-4 Players
60-240 minutes
Medium
Combat Commander
Europe
2 Players
60-180 minutes
Medium
Undaunted
Stalingrad
2 Players
45-75 minutes
Medium
Undaunted
Battle of Britain
2 Players
45-60 minutes
Medium
Star Wars
Battle of Hoth
2-4 / 2 Players
30 minutes
Low
