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an operational wargame which takes the game system used in "Somme 1918: Bloody Spring" and "Marne 1918: Friedensturm" (Hexasim) to the Italian front. Captures the fierce fighting which pitted the troops of the Entente (Italy, France, Great- Britain and USA) against those of the Central Powers (Austria-Hungary and Germany) during the period between the Battle of Caporetto (Oct 1917) and the Villa Giusti Armistice (Nov 1918). [Forum]

Fans of Axis Empires: Totaler Krieg and Axis Empires: Dai Senso will want to get this — it’s a big, big package designed to add even more enjoyment to our popular series of World War II grand strategy games. The Expansion Kit includes three major parts: Schiffskrieg, Dice of Decision II, and TK & DS Upgrade. [Forum]

the latest release in the Operational Combat Series (OCS), covering the campaign along the Moscow highway in the summer of 1941. These actions set the stage for the Wehrmacht’s autumn drive on the Soviet capital, and many historians believe the bitter fighting here ultimately doomed the Axis to failure in Russia. Smolensk is a small and fairly simple entry in the series, with special rules kept to a minimum. [Forum]

It is 300 BC. Since being founded as a Republic in 509 BC Rome has grown in power and influence. You and up to 4 other players are one of Rome’s great leaders. Take control of legions and lead them across the known world for the next 600 years as you deal with uprisings, rebellions, political intrigue, and wars. Players can make alliances with one another (and true to Rome, break those alliances!) maneuver their forces and the enemies of Rome, all as they try to become the one true Caesar! [Forum]

a simple (yet brutal) competitive chariot-racing board game for 2 to 8 cunning drivers set in ancient Rome's grand stadium, the Circus Maximus. Each player controls a unique charioteer character and competes on the giant track for two or more laps. Players can also drive with one of four teams (of two chariots), each representing a different historical Roman racing faction. [Forum]

shipping in early May. The magazine features the complete game, Donetsk, which depicts the battles for Donetsk airport during 2014-15, with die-cut counters and a gorgeous 11 x 17" map. Also included are articles on Comancheria, Hands in the Sea, The Finnish Civil War, and scenarios for '65, Old School Tactical, Command and Colors, Night of Man, Stonewall's Sword and more. [Forum]

an old west tabletop skirmish game for 2 players. Game play book, available in English, French, Spanish, German and Italian (printed version only in English) plus over 110 new 32mm resin miniatures.

a fast-paced World War II tactical game with blocks. You command German or American infantry squads, heavy weapons, and tanks. [Forum]

follows its predecessor Salerno as the second installment of the Variable Combat Series (VCS). It covers the failed Soviet offensive to recapture that city and the subsequent German counterattack during the spring of 1942, which produced the last great pocket of Soviet prisoners. The game is based primarily on "Kharkov 1942: Anatomy of a Military Disaster" by David Glantz, with some order of battle enhancement by George Nafziger, and maps based on post-war USGS surveys (themselves taken from wartime Soviet surveys). [Forum]

based on the highly successful C&C game system, where Command cards drive movement and battle dice resolve combat. Tricorne introduces many new game concepts, which add historical depth and provide even the most veteran Commands & Colors player many new play experiences and challenges. This is the first Kickstarter for Compass Games! All prior pre-orders of this title will be honored, future orders will be through Kickstarter. [Forum]

volume 9 in GMT’s Battles of the American Revolution series by designer Mark S. Miklos. The map board depicts the northern half of the island including the fortified American positions around Butt's Hill. There are 64 America, British and Hessian combat units and leaders giving the game a counter density comparable to Saratoga in the series. Although the tactical situation is somewhat straightforward; Americans retreating and British pursuing primarily up two main roads, the nuanced play and game texture is like that found in all the games of the BoAR series. [Forum]

gamers are presented with a truly playable approach to the Battle of Borodino, where each side has options for winning which are not just "try to bleed less than the other side." VentoNuovo's latest Kickstarter uses large, 20mm wooden blocks and PVC stickers to present the biggest battle of 1812 (and the single bloodiest day in all the Napoleonic Wars), including a large, highly textured map that redraws some of the familiar ground in new ways, thanks to a blend of recent studies and little-used original documents. [Forum]

an area control game in which 2 - 4 players play as the invading Vikings or the English nobles who are trying to withstand the invasion. Viking players control the Norsemen Viking freemen and the fearless Viking shock troops known as Berserkers. The English control the King's Housecarls and the landholding Thegn noblemen. [Forum]

a game of military conflict between Chinese and US space forces on Mars comprised of infantry, drone tanks, and artillery, based on the Hold the Line game system [Forum]

complete table top miniatures game in a box, intended for gamers who have limited space, or those who are traveling on a long journey or holiday and need a gaming fix

Volume IX in GMT’s acclaimed COIN Series. Exploring one of the world’s most prominent experiments with nonviolent resistance, Gandhi takes us to the subcontinent of India, the jewel in the crown of the British Empire, for a detailed look at the final decades of the British Raj.

recreates the battles of the 1967 Six-Day War, in which Israel held off and then defeated the combined armies of Egypt, Syria and Jordan. There are fifty scenarios, portraying each of the important battles that took place in this war that set the course of modern history. [Forum]

Volume IV in Worthington's BLUE & GRAY Series of fast playing American Civil War Campaign Games covering the 1863 Vicksburg Campaign [Forum]

Game designer Mark H. Walker's latest novel, Dark War Retribution, is now live on Kickstarter. Pledge levels, add-ons, and stretch goals include a role-playing game based in the Dark War universe, paper-back books, hard-back books, tee-shirts, autographed posters, and much more. Those who pledge first will get a special discount.

a complete new Panzer Grenadier boxed game, with 63 new scenarios covering the breakout from Pusan, the landings at Inchon and more. 517 die-cut pieces and six new maps! [Forum]