Look what I picked up

[A Wolf at the Door]

I have all of the Undaunted games and I just preordered Stalingrad. I have no regrets owning the series. I love the components, the thematic elements, and the fact that the game design is straight forward. But I suppose your mileage may vary.

[bayonetbrant]

But I suppose your mileage may vary.

that's the key, innit?  We all like different stuff, but (so far) we've *all* been able to find at least something we like!



Do you mind expanding your thoughts a bit more?  What is it you like so much about it that keeps you coming back?  Why does this one hit your table ahead of other similar scale or topic games?

[GROGnadsUSA]

I have all of the Undaunted games and I just preordered Stalingrad. I have no regrets owning the series. I love the components, the thematic elements, and the fact that the game design is straight forward. But I suppose your mileage may vary.

[A Wolf at the Door]

But I suppose your mileage may vary.

that's the key, innit?  We all like different stuff, but (so far) we've *all* been able to find at least something we like!



Do you mind expanding your thoughts a bit more?  What is it you like so much about it that keeps you coming back?  Why does this one hit your table ahead of other similar scale or topic games?

It's late but here are some random thoughts off the top of my head: I dig the artwork and the modular board tiles. Because the game is easy to set up, there isn't alot holding it back from hitting the table. I like the deck building aspect of the game. I think the two general categories of cards which are command and combat work well into the overall design of the game. By using your platoon command elements like the squad leaders and platoon sergeant, there is a certain compelling factor to the game with having the choice to "bolster" certain elements of your platoon like riflemen, sniper, and machine gunners. I like that the more cards you add to a certain element, the more effective and robust it will be. The sequence of play is very simple so player turns move quickly which keeps the players engaged with the game.

Take it easy and thanks for asking.