Fire in the East (1984)
Fire in the East
Fire in the East is a monster board wargame published in 1984 by Game Designers’ Workshop (GDW) that simulates Operation Barbarossa, the German invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941. The game is part of the Europa series, which is known for its high level of detail and complexity. The game was revised and greatly expanded by Rich Banner, Frank Chadwick, Marc Miller, and John Astell, and GDW published it in 1984 as Fire in the East. In 1987, GDW released a sequel, Scorched Earth, that continued the Eastern Front conflict from May 1942 to 1944.
Why is Fire in the East Popular?
Fire in the East is significant because it is a highly detailed and complex wargame that simulates one of the most important military campaigns of World War II. The game is popular among wargamers who enjoy the challenge of playing a game with a high level of detail and historical accuracy.
Game Components of Fire in the East
– 4 maps
– 2 counter sheets
– 1 rulebook
– 1 playbook
– 1 set of charts and tables
Game Setup of Fire in the East
The game is played on four maps that represent the Eastern Front of World War II. Players must set up the game by placing counters on the maps to represent the various military units involved in the conflict.
Gameplay Mechanics of Fire in the East
Fire in the East is played in fortnightly turns, with each turn representing two weeks of real time. Players move their military units across the maps and engage in combat with enemy units. The game includes a wide range of military units, including infantry, tanks, artillery, and aircraft.
Game Objective of Fire in the East
The objective of the game is to achieve victory by controlling key cities and territories on the Eastern Front. Victory is determined by a combination of factors, including the number of cities controlled, the number of enemy units destroyed, and the amount of territory controlled.
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