# Bastogne: Screaming Eagles Under Siege 18-27 Dec '44

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2009
- **BGG Rating**: 7.4
- **BGG Rank**: #5159
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 240-360 min
- **Weight**: 2.63 / 5
- **Designers**: Dean Essig
- **Artists**: Dean Essig, Nicolás Eskubi
- **Publishers**: Multi-Man Publishing
- **Categories**: Wargame, World War II
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid

## Verdict
For fans of historical wargames with military drama, Bastogne delivers a masterclass in hex-based strategy. Holding the city has never felt this tense!Deep yet approachable simulationMultiple scenarios for replayabilityAuthentic historical tensionLong playtime (4+ hours)Best with two playersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Bastogne: Screaming Eagles Under Siege is a wargame that throws you into the historic siege of Bastogne during World War II. You're not just playing a battle—you're living the tension of ten crucial days where the Allies held against all odds. The game focuses on the defensive perimeter around the town, with detailed hex maps and units representing companies and battalions. Each turn equals a day, and your decisions can alter history. With three scenarios—from a quick intro to a full campaign—and special rules for road marches, barrages, and airstrikes, Bastogne offers deep yet accessible strategic gameplay. Easy to learn but packed with layers of strategy and unexpected twists, this is your chance to command troops and rewrite the Battle of the Bulge!

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
Depends on the scenario: full campaign can take 6 hours, but smaller scenarios run 2-3 hours.

### Do I need to be a wargame expert?
Nope! Bastogne has streamlined rules for the series, great for hex-based beginners.

### Player count?
Only 2 (or 1 solo). One commands the Allies, the other the Germans.

### VASSAL support?
Yes! You can play digitally via the official VASSAL module.

### What’s the difference between scenarios?
Intro covers Noville (2 turns), medium covers Longvilly (4 turns), and the main game spans the full siege (10 turns).

### Do I need history knowledge?
Not required, but it helps immersion. The manual includes a cool historical summary!

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