The Great Invasion

The Gettysburg Campaign June 24 – July 3, 1863

A board game by David G. Martin, Leonard Millman

2 Players 180 minutes Medium

Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Simulation, Minimap Resolution, Ratio / Combat Results Table

Wargame, Post-Napoleonic, American Civil War, Civil War

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Description

The Great Invasion is a strategic wargame that drops you into the midst of the American Civil War, specifically Lee's second invasion of the North in June and July 1863. As a two-player game, you'll take turns making strategic moves and tactically allocating units during combat, with the goal of emerging victorious. The game's map depicts the theater of operations, complete with terrain features like mountains, rivers, and defensible positions that affect movement and combat. With a playtime of 180 minutes, The Great Invasion is a game that requires strategy and planning, as units take losses and their combat strength declines. The game's rules are of normal complexity, making it accessible to those familiar with board games. As you navigate the game's ten turns, you'll need to make tough decisions to achieve victory, making for a thrilling and immersive experience that's sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.