Board game, Operation Star: The Soviet Winter Offensive, 1943

Operation Star

The Soviet Winter Offensive, 1943


  A board game by Brent Nosworthy

 2 Players   0 minutes   Low 

  Dice Rolling, Simulation, Hexagon Grid, Zone of Control

  Wargame, World War II

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Description

Operation Star: The Soviet Winter Offensive, 1943 is a classic wargame that drops you into the midst of one of World War II's most pivotal moments. Designed by Brent Nosworthy and first published in 1979, this game is easy to learn and plays out over a hexagon grid, with a focus on simulation and zone of control. As one of two players, you'll take on the role of either the Soviet or German forces, using dice rolling to determine the outcomes of your battles. The Soviet Winter Offensive was a real turning point in the war, and this game puts you in the thick of it, tasking you with making tactical decisions that can change the course of history. With its unique blend of strategy and luck, Operation Star is a tense and engaging experience that's sure to appeal to fans of wargames and World War II history.

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