The Guns of Gettysburg
Mercury Games, Simmons Games · Board game · 2013
2–4 · best 2
180 min
Weight 3.7/5
9.3
rating
Ludopedia
7.8
rating
BGG
9.3
rating
Ludopedia
7.8
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
For fans of wargames and history, The Guns of Gettysburg is an immersive and strategic experience.
Highlights
- Diceless and cardless system
- Simple yet deep rules
- Visuals evoke historical maps
Keep in mind
- May be intimidating for beginners
- Long playtime
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The Guns of Gettysburg immerses you in the largest battle of the American Civil War, where you take command of troops in an epic conflict. Unlike traditional wargames, it uses linear blocks to represent units, giving it a look reminiscent of 19th-century battle maps. The system is diceless and cardless, focusing on action points and strategic movement. The rules are simple, but the game retains historical complexity, reflecting the real challenges faced by commanders. While it shares the style and 'fog of war' mechanics of Bowen Simmons' earlier games like Bonaparte at Marengo and Napoleon's Triumph, this is a unique system designed for fast and engaging gameplay.
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In English
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An Introduction to "Guns of Gettysburg"
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Guns of Gettysburg Deboxed
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The guns of Gettysburg tutorial
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The Guns of gettysburg, full ruleset (1/4) : Basic Movement
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The Guns of gettysburg, full ruleset (2/4) : Combat
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"The Guns of Gettysburg" Tournament Final Scott vs Nicola
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The Guns of Gettysburg Tutorial: Movement and Partial area movement
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The Guns of Gettysburg Tutorial Blocks and Maps
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The Guns of Gettysburg Tutorial Reinforcements
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The Guns of gettysburg, full ruleset (4/4) : Victory & Miscellaneous
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The Guns of gettysburg, full ruleset (3/4) : Reinforcements & Withdrawal
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The Guns of Gettysburg Tutorial: Buford's setup
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Publisher
Mercury Games, Simmons Games
Designer
Bowen Simmons
Artist
Bowen Simmons, Michael Christopher
How many players can play?
2 to 4 players.
How long does a game last?
Around 180 minutes.
Is the game complex?
Rules are simple, but the strategy can be challenging.
Does it need translation?
Yes, there is moderate language dependency.
Who is it recommended for?
For fans of wargames and history.
