1870

Fit

Teach 2.3

Teaching signal

Replay 3.9

High replayability

Interaction 3.6

Highly interactive

Scaling 4.0

Scales well

Strategy 4.5

Deep strategy

Control 3.8

More strategic control

Table feel

Moderate level of interaction with a good balance between direct and strategic confrontation.

Replay value

1870 has a high replayability score due to its high variability gameboard, impactful expansions, deep strategic possibilities, and good scalability. While it may take some time to learn, the game offers a fresh and engaging experience each time it is played.

Luck profile

1870 has a moderate influence of luck. Random elements have minimal 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

Division level wargame on the Franco-Prussian War from August 1870 to February 1871 in 67 three-day turns. 1 map, 200 counters. Rules for supply, railroads, French sea movement, fortresses, and the Siege of Paris.

Mechanism

5

Dice Rolling Grid Movement Hexagon Grid Movement Points Simulation

Family

6

Components: Map (Continental / National scale) Country: France Country: Prussia History: Franco-Prussian War Players: Two Player Only Games Players: Wargames with Rules Supporting Only Twoâ?¦

Type

1

Wargames

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Credits

Designers

1

Jean-Pierre Défieux

Publishers

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