1985Don Greenwood
- Videos
- 264
- Creators
- 23
Mainly how-to-play
2 players120 - 480 minVery heavy weight
Rise and Decline of the Third Reich
1974Don Greenwood, John Prados
2 - 6 players
240 - 720 min
Very heavy weight: Rules-dense, long sessions
From BoardGameGeek
"Rise and Decline of the Third Reich" is a realistic wargame simulation of the strategic situation as it existed in Europe during WWII. It features 6 wargames in 1; a campaign game of 24 turns which runs from the invasion of Poland to Germany's final defeat or victory, an advanced game providing additional complexity, a multi-player version (in which even the Italian player can be the winner), and three 12-turn scenarios which allow you to play faster games. Third Reich is not for the faint of heart or the beginner simulation gamer. For 2 to 6 players. 560 counters which includes 1 blank one Rise and Decline of the Third Reich is a classic Strategic level board-wargame covering the European theater of WWII. The game is huge in scope. Players take on the roles of all of the major national powers and can simulate the entire war effort from 1939 until the end (often isn't until 1946). This game is a favorite of many because of an excellent balance between politics and military might, and it gives players a chance to try things that did not happen historically to see if they might have worked better (e.g., Germany invading Spain). This wargame is definitely not for the novice gamer. The rules are intricate, and there are many factors for players to deal with: resources, unit production, negotiation, and, of course, strategic warfare. Avalon Hill Complexity rating - 10
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Which Rise and Decline of the Third Reich video should I watch?
Rise and Decline of the Third Reich has 4 videos from 2 creators: 1 how-to-play guide and 3 playthroughs. They date from 2020 to February 2023.
To learn the rules, start with "Avalon Hill: Rise & Decline of the Third Reich - How to Make Counter Organizing trays (3D printer)" by Nerd Workshop, which runs 2 min.
To see it played, watch "Avalon Hill Third Reich Computer Game Part 1" by The Competent Man, one of 3 playthroughs.
If you like it, try Advanced Squad Leader, The Republic of Rome, Caesar's Legions and Tide of Iron: Designer Series Vol. 1, also by Don Greenwood.
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About Rise and Decline of the Third Reich
From BoardGameGeek:
"Rise and Decline of the Third Reich" is a realistic wargame simulation of the strategic situation as it existed in Europe during WWII. It features 6 wargames in 1; a campaign game of 24 turns which runs from the invasion of Poland to Germany's final defeat or victory, an advanced game providing additional complexity, a multi-player version (in which even the Italian player can be the winner), and three 12-turn scenarios which allow you to play faster games. Third Reich is not for the faint of heart or the beginner simulation gamer. For 2 to 6 players. 560 counters which includes 1 blank one Rise and Decline of the Third Reich is a classic Strategic level board-wargame covering the European theater of WWII. The game is huge in scope. Players take on the roles of all of the major national powers and can simulate the entire war effort from 1939 until the end (often isn't until 1946). This game is a favorite of many because of an excellent balance between politics and military might, and it gives players a chance to try things that did not happen historically to see if they might have worked better (e.g., Germany invading Spain). This wargame is definitely not for the novice gamer. The rules are intricate, and there are many factors for players to deal with: resources, unit production, negotiation, and, of course, strategic warfare. Avalon Hill Complexity rating - 10
Designers
Don Greenwood, John Prados
Artists
Don Greenwood, Rodger B. MacGowan, W. Scott Moores, Humbert Olivari
Publisher
The Avalon Hill Game Co
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Mechanics
Action PointsDice RollingGrid MovementHex Grid