# Beirut ‘82: Arab Stalingrad

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1989
- **BGG Rating**: 5.2
- **BGG Rank**: #29106
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 120 min
- **Weight**: 2.20 / 5
- **Designers**: Thomas M. Kane
- **Artists**: David Fuller (I), Larry Hoffman
- **Publishers**: 3W (World Wide Wargames)
- **Categories**: Modern Warfare, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Ratio / Combat Results Table, Simulation

## Verdict
Beirut '82 is a treat for fans of classic historical wargames who want to feel the weight of diplomacy in modern conflict. The experience is tense and asymmetrical, forcing you to manage not just your troops, but the political constraints of the scenario. It is a straightforward, no-nonsense game that delivers a solid simulation within a reasonable playtime.Faithful historical simulationClassic combat mechanicsGreat for two playersAccessible and direct rulesDated magazine game aestheticRelies on dice luckRequires a 6-sided dieFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Beirut ‘82: Arab Stalingrad is a classic entry in the magazine wargame genre, originally featured in Strategy & Tactics issue #126. This two-player game recreates the intense 1982 siege of Beirut. One player commands the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and their Phalangist allies, while the other controls the PLO, Syrian forces, and local militias like Amal and Druze. The game shines by simulating the diplomatic pressures of the era, which forced an asymmetrical conflict where a smaller force had to hold off a superior military power under a ticking political clock. Featuring a map of the urban theater and battalion-level units, the game uses a traditional Combat Results Table (CRT) based on force ratios, requiring precise tactical decision-making. It is a light-to-medium weight wargame, perfect for those who want to grasp the complex dynamics of a modern siege without wading through massive rulebooks. Gameplay is straightforward, emphasizing strategic positioning over pure dice-rolling luck. If you are a history buff looking to test your mettle in an "Arab Stalingrad" scenario, this title offers a compelling blend of historical simulation and strategic challenge.

## FAQ
### How many players does it support?
The game is designed exclusively for two players.

### How long is a typical game?
Expect a game to last around 2 hours.

### Is it very complex?
No, with a BGG weight of 2.2/5, it is considered light-to-medium complexity.

### What do I need to play?
In addition to the game components, you will need a single 6-sided die.

### Is the game based on real events?
Yes, it simulates the 1982 siege of Beirut during the Lebanon War.