1941: Race to Moscow

ASYNCRON games, PHALANX · Board game · 2022

100.0 Ludopedia 7.0 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 90–120 min Weight 3.2/5

Buy · from US$ 84.00

100.0 rating Ludopedia

7.0 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 84.00

Our Verdict

FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy the tension of the Eastern Front and don't shy away from diving into logistics, 1941: Race to Moscow is a treat! It's a dense, strategic game that brilliantly simulates the campaign.

Highlights

Deep logistical simulation
Barbarossa campaign tension
Excellent solo mode
Refined system from 1944

Keep in mind

Requires English reading
Considerable complexity
Pure strategy focus

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for the Barbarossa campaign! In 1941: Race to Moscow, you take command of one of three German army groups with the mission to advance towards Moscow. Inspired by the system from 1944: Race to the Rhine, this game deepens the experience, focusing on the crucial Eastern Front campaign of World War II. Logistics are the heart of the gameplay: you'll need to manage both armored and non-motorized units, using trucks and trains to ensure troop supply and advance. The Soviet army won't make it easy, mind you! They are a formidable adversary that will demand all your strategy. The game offers a detailed simulation, allowing you to build transport networks and routes, pick up and deliver supplies, and move point-to-point across the map in a race against time and the enemy. Perfect for those who enjoy wargames with a touch of simulation and logistical management, and the best part: it has a robust solo mode for those who like to face the challenge alone. Prepare for an intense and strategic experience that will test your commander skills.

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Rules videos

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3 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players

1 REC

2 REC

3 BEST

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Game details

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Publisher ASYNCRON games, PHALANX

Designer Valdemar Gumienny

Artist Bartek Jędrzejewski, Grzegorz Ryszko, Peter J. Robichaud

Community

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1,076owners

348wishlist

45want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

How long does a game session last?

Expect 90 to 120 minutes to complete a campaign. It's a game that requires dedication!

Is this a good solo game?

Absolutely! The solo mode is one of the game's strengths, offering a robust strategic challenge.

What is the complexity level?

The BGG weight is 3.15, indicating a game with more elaborate rules, ideal for experienced players who enjoy strategy and simulation.

Do I need to speak English to play?

Yes, the game has extensive language dependency and requires translation to be played in Portuguese.

What types of mechanics does it use?

It combines network and route building, pick-up and deliver, point-to-point movement, simulation, and race mechanics, all within a wargame context.

Who would you recommend this game to?

Recommended for fans of wargames, simulation, and strategy games with a focus on logistics, especially those who appreciate the World War II Eastern Front theme.