# A Victory Denied: Crisis at Smolensk, July-September, 1941

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2009
- **BGG Rating**: 7.2
- **BGG Rank**: #5504
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 240 min
- **Weight**: 2.56 / 5
- **Designers**: Adam Starkweather
- **Artists**: Nicolás Eskubi
- **Publishers**: Multi-Man Publishing, Game Journal
- **Categories**: Wargame, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Chit-Pull System, Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Ratio / Combat Results Table, Simulation, Zone of Control

## Verdict
For wargame fans who enjoy dynamic and unpredictable gameplay, A Victory Denied is a great choice.Simple and elegant rulesUnpredictable chit pullsEngaging gameplayDetailed historical simulationLong playtime (4 hours)Exclusive for two playersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
A Victory Denied: Crisis at Smolensk, July-September, 1941 is a two-player wargame that recreates the intense mobile fighting between German and Soviet forces in the Smolensk region during the summer of 1941. By July 1941, the German army was at the gates of Moscow, with Soviet forces seemingly defeated. However, it was here that the Russian army managed to regroup and resist, marking the first time the Germans faced such a determined enemy. The game builds on the success of A Victory Lost, maintaining the elegant simplicity of the system but introducing new supply and command rules to reflect the importance of these elements in the battle. Additionally, air power and the so-called 'Stalin’s Organs' make their debut in the system. With easy rules, unpredictable chit pulls, and dynamic gameplay, A Victory Denied is an engaging experience for wargame fans.

## FAQ
### How many players can play A Victory Denied?
The game is exclusive for two players.

### What is the average playtime?
A game lasts around 4 hours on average.

### Is the game complex?
No, the game has simple and elegant rules, ideal for wargame fans.

### What components are included in the game?
The game includes a 22 x 34-inch map, 280 counters, a 16-page rulebook, two player aid cards, and two dice (one 10-sided and one 6-sided).

### Who is this game recommended for?
Recommended for fans of wargames and military history.

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