Memoir '44

Publisher: Days of Wonder Designer: Richard Borg Number of Players: 2 Playing time: 30 to 60 minutes Ages: 8 & up Overview: It's an event that has been immortalized in history, film and games. Some consider it to be one of the most ambitious military actions of all time, and it was a defining moment during the Second World War. Now, you can step in and command the entire effort, from the cliffs of Pointe-du-Hoc to the hedgerow battles in the Corentin Peninsula and beyond, with Memoir '44. Omaha Beach, Pegasus Bridge, Operation Cobra...all these and more await your leadership on the field of battle! Memoir '44 comes with hordes of little plastic Army men that players use to recreate dozens of WWII battles. Each scenario mimics the terrain, troop placement, and objectives thanks to the innovative hex game board. Add in the quirks of the Command cards that allow the smart commander to make use of his unit's individual strengths. Easy to learn and fast-paced, Memoir '44 requires strategic card play, timely dice rolling and an aggressive, yet flexible battle plan to achieve victory! Other games you might like: Axis and Allies: D-Day; Risk