Board Game

1861

Released 1999 / 2-2 players / 120-120 min / Ages 10+

Designer: Brent Asten

Artist: Brent Asten

Publisher: Asten Games

1861 cover art

Description

This game was created by Asten Games.
1861 is a 2-player Civil War game. The objective is to capture your enemy's capital. There is a built in clock of 10 rounds, at which time the Confederate Player wins an automatic victory. The combat system is very similar to Axis & Allies with some small changes. Both sides begin with 3 generals to command their troops. The game comes with 25mm (generals) and 15mm lead miniatures.

Game at a glance

Year published
1999
Players
2
Play time
120 minutes
Listed playing time
120 minutes
Minimum age
10+

Categories (2)

  • American Civil War
  • Wargame

Mechanics (2)

  • Area Movement
  • Dice Rolling
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