Lucky Forward
Patton's Third Army in Lorraine
A board game by Joe Youst
2 Players 0 minutes High
Hexagon Grid, Zone of Control
Wargame, World War II
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Description
Lucky Forward: Patton's Third Army in Lorraine drops you into the frantic spring of 1944, where two heads‑to‑heads battle across a sleek hexagon grid that feels like a miniature battlefield of the real thing. Designed by Joe Youst and released in 2020, this WWII wargame lets you command the thunderous Third Army or the stubborn German defenders, each fighting for dominance with clever zone‑of‑control tricks that keep every move tense. The rules are a bit of a brain‑teaser, so you’ll need a little time to get the hang of them, but once you’re in the groove the clash feels rewarding and surprisingly fast‑paced—sometimes you’ll wrap up a game in a flash, other times you can stretch it out for an epic showdown. Perfect for a pair of history buffs or tactical gamers who love digging into the details while still having a blast rolling dice, moving units, and seeing who really earned the “lucky” in Lucky Forward.
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