Schutztruppe
East African Guerilla Warfare, 1914-1918
A board game by Jim Bumpas
2 Players 240 minutes Medium
Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Variable Set-up, Simulation, Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game, Hexagon Grid, Movement Points, Zone of Control, Ratio / Combat Results Table
Wargame, World War I
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Description
Schutztruppe: East African Guerilla Warfare, 1914-1918 is a gritty and immersive wargame that drops you into the intense world of World War I's lesser-known East African theater. Designed by Jim Bumpas and first published in 1975, this game has been thrilling players for decades with its unique blend of guerilla warfare and traditional military tactics. As one of two players, you'll engage in a challenging and unpredictable campaign, navigating the complexities of grid movement, zone of control, and combat results tables. With a playtime of around 240 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to develop your strategy and outmaneuver your opponent, all while managing movement points and utilizing dice rolling to determine the outcomes of your actions. The game's normal complexity makes it accessible to fans of board games, and its rich historical context and realistic game mechanics will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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