The Battle for Hill 218

Your Move Games · Board game · 2007
2 · best 2 15–30 min Weight 1.7/5
100.0 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 6.95
100.0 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

A fast-paced-tactical duel, perfect for fans of micro-wargames.

Highlights
  • Deep strategy in a small package
  • Quick-to-learn-quick-to-play
  • High-stakes-decision-making
Keep in mind
  • Strictly a two-player experience
  • Can be quite punishing
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Looking for a quick-fire tactical duel? The Battle for Hill 218 delivers a high-stakes-card-driven wargame that fits into a tiny-sized-game-time-frame. The premise is classic: two players clash over a hill, attempting to occupy bases and push deep into enemy territory while defending their own home base.

What makes this game tick is the constant tension between offense and logistics. You aren't just throwing troops at the problem; you have to manage supply lines to keep your advance moving. If your supply chain breaks, your momentum dies. You'll be managing your hand to deploy units, destroy enemy-held positions, and support your advancing front. To add a layer of tension, you have access to-but must use sparingly-air strikes. With only two-strikes available per game, deciding whether to use them for defense or to break an enemy line is a game-changing decision. It's a tight,-mean, and highly tactical experience that proves you don't need a massive box to deliver a heavy-duty-wargaming feel.

Best player count

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Duel · 2 players
2 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Admin: Better Description Needed! Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Players: Two-Player Only Games Players: Wargames with Rules Supporting Only Two Players
Publisher Your Move Games
Designer Darwin Kastle
Artist Kaile Dutton, Sarah Pinansky

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a game last?
Very quick! Expect sessions between 15 and 30 minutes.
Can I play with more than 2 players?
No, it is strictly a head-to-head-two-player-game.
Is it hard to learn?
The rules are easy to grasp, but the tactical-depth makes it a challenge for experienced players.
Is there a lot of luck involved?
It's more about-hand management and-positioning-than-pure-luck.
Is it a heavy wargame?
It's a micro-wargame. It has the soul of a heavy game but the footprint of a card game.

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