# Battle Card: Market Garden ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2023 - **BGG Rating**: 6.4 - **BGG Rank**: #13503 - **Players**: 1 (Best with: 1) - **Duration**: 3-5 min - **Weight**: 1.07 / 5 - **Designers**: David Thompson (I), Nils Johansson - **Artists**: Nils Johansson - **Publishers**: (Web published), Banana Games - **Categories**: Dice, Print & Play, Wargame, World War II - **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Area Movement, Dice Rolling, Solo / Solitaire Game ## Verdict Want to feel the adrenaline of a historical battle in minutes? Battle Card: Market Garden is a super-fast, no-nonsense solo wargame, ideal for history buffs seeking a straightforward tactical challenge.Historical battle in 5 minutesSuper quick and portableSolo tactical challengeEasy to print and playDice luck dependencyTheme might not suit allShort gameplay experienceFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Hey gamers! Ready for a quick dose of history and strategy? Battle Card: Market Garden is that game that fits in your pocket and your schedule, perfect for those who enjoy a no-fuss military challenge. In about 5 minutes, you'll find yourself commanding the Allied airborne divisions (1st, 82nd, and 101st) on a crucial mission: ensuring the 30th Corps reaches Arnhem, Netherlands, during the famous Operation Market Garden of World War II. The objective is clear: control sectors and pave the way, all within just six turns. If the 30th Corps doesn't arrive on time, defeat is certain! The game uses a dice-rolling system and a straightforward combat results table (CRT) to resolve clashes against the Germans. The advantage shifts based on luck and your decisions. It's a 'postcard game' style, meaning it's super compact and easy to print and play at home. Ideal for those who want to relive a pivotal war moment quickly and engagingly, testing your tactics against enemy forces. Language dependency is minimal, making immersion even easier. If you enjoy solo, quick wargames with a striking historical theme, this one's for you! ## FAQ ### How long does a game take? A game of Battle Card: Market Garden is super fast, taking only about 5 minutes on average to complete! ### How many players can play? This is an exclusively single-player (solo) game, where you play against the game itself. ### Do I need to be an expert on WWII to play? No expertise is required! The game has a historical theme, but the rules are straightforward and focused on gameplay. ### What components do I need? As a 'Print & Play' game, you'll need to print the cards and board (usually a postcard or sheet), and have a few dice and markers. ### Is it a difficult game to learn? Not at all! The complexity is very low (1.07 on BGG), with simple rules and an easy-to-understand combat table. ### Is it worth it for someone who doesn't usually play wargames? If you enjoy quick games with a historical theme and a solo challenge, it can be a great introduction to the wargame genre. ### Is the language a barrier? Language dependency is minimal. There's little text in the game, and what exists is easily memorizable or translatable.