Board Game
The Battle of Borodino: Napoleon in Russia 1812
Released 1972 / 2-2 players / 180-180 min / Ages 12+
Also known as Borodino, Borodino: Napoleon in Russia, 1812
Designer: John Young
Artist: Redmond A. Simonsen
Publisher: SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)
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Description
The game covers Napoleon's move on the way to Moscow but encountered severe resistance at Borodino. His aggression was stopped by the Russian Army and the winter effect.
Strategy & Tactics magazine #32 game published by SPI in 1972. 100 counters
(user comments:)
This game is broadly considered to be one of the early classics of wargaming. Though a crude simulation by today's standards it has many of the hallmarks of what makes a "game" one that is good. It is simple, balanced, replayable and can draw the interest of both new gamers and old salts alike.
Strategy & Tactics magazine #32 game published by SPI in 1972. 100 counters
(user comments:)
This game is broadly considered to be one of the early classics of wargaming. Though a crude simulation by today's standards it has many of the hallmarks of what makes a "game" one that is good. It is simple, balanced, replayable and can draw the interest of both new gamers and old salts alike.
Game at a glance
- Year published
- 1972
- Players
- 2
- Play time
- 180 minutes
- Listed playing time
- 180 minutes
- Minimum age
- 12+
Categories (2)
- Napoleonic
- Wargame
Mechanics (3)
- Dice Rolling
- Hexagon Grid
- Zone of Control
