Ever wanted to play those epic wargames you love, but found them too time-consuming or the manuals too daunting? Simple GBoH is the answer. It isn't a standalone game, but rather a streamlined set of rules for the Great Battles of History series by GMT Games. The goal here is to strip away the 'fiddly' bits—like complex shock combat, orderly withdrawals, and tedious leader activations—so you can focus on what really matters: the battle strategy.

With Simple GBoH, you can run scenarios from various titles in the line (such as Alexander, SPQR, and Caesar) much more quickly. What used to take four hours or more now wraps up in 1 to 3 hours. The system is standardized, meaning once you grasp the Simple GBoH logic, you can jump from one scenario to another without a steep learning curve. The manual includes updated charts and a playbook with numerous scenarios, ranging from the Persian Wars to the Roman disaster in the Teutoburg Forest.

It's the perfect tool for those who crave the tactical depth of the original series but lack the patience (or time) for the denser rules. If you already own the maps and counters from any GBoH title, this manual transforms your experience into something more fluid and dynamic. Keep in mind that since this is a supplement, owning at least one GBoH title is mandatory to play. Essentially, it's the smart 'shortcut' for anyone who wants to command ancient armies without needing a PhD in military logistics.