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1812: The Campaign Of Napoleon In Russia

Players

2

Time

?-?

Age

12+

Weight

2.31

Rating

6.95

Fit

Teach 2.1

Teaching signal

Replay 3.9

High replayability

Interaction 3.7

Highly interactive

Scaling 4.0

Scales well

Strategy 4.5

Deep strategy

Control 3.5

More strategic control

Table feel

The game has a high level of direct confrontation and strategic depth in confrontation. Players need to frequently pay attention to and react to each other's strategies. However, there is a lower emphasis on cooperation in the game.

Replay value

The game 1812: The Campaign of Napoleon in Russia has a high replayability score due to its high variability gameboard, availability of expansions, deep strategic possibilities, and adaptability to different player counts. The game offers fresh experiences each time it is played and allows players to discover new tactics and strategies. While the player interaction score is average, the overall replay value is still strong. The game may require some effort to learn, but the depth it offers makes it worth the investment.

Luck profile

The final luck score for 1812: The Campaign of Napoleon in Russia is 7, indicating a moderate influence of luck in the game. Random elements have a notable but not exclusive impact on the game outcome, and players have substantial ability to mitigate randomness through strategic decisions and planning. The game outcome is primarily determined by player strategy and decisions, with luck playing a minor role.

Overview

Two versions are included, using separate maps covering most of Russia. The strategic game is area driven, while the tactical version covers the game scope but using hex mechanics. There is an earlier version of the box that is NOT plastic, it is a completely cardboard box. Many of the early SPI games came in these cardboard boxes until someone bright decided that the plastic ones would be cheaper and more easily manipulated for advertising. 400 Counters

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Credits

Designers

2
Phil Orbanes Sr. John Young

Artists

1
Redmond A. Simonsen

Publishers

1
SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)

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