Blitzkrieg (1965) – Board Game Guys

Blitzkrieg

Blitzkrieg is a strategic-level wargame that simulates a non-historical attack by one major power against another using the blitzkrieg strategy. It was designed by Larry Pinksy and Thomas Shaw and was released by Avalon Hill in 1965. The game was a bestseller for the company and paved the way for “monster” wargames of more than 1,000 counters. The game is a fictional representation of the breakout of World War II, with five minor countries becoming involved in the conflict.

Why is Blitzkrieg Popular?

Blitzkrieg is significant because it was the first commercial wargame that did not simulate an actual historical battle. It was also a precursor to the “monster” wargames of the 1970s featuring more than a thousand counters. The game is popular among wargamers due to its historical theme and strategic gameplay.

Game Components of Blitzkrieg

The original 1965 edition contained:
– 390 die-cut counters (189 Blue counters plus 6 blank, 187 Red counters plus 8 blank)
– 44″ x 22″ hex grid game board featuring several different types of terrain (clear, forest, mountains, desert)
– Rules booklet
– Combat Results Table (CRT)
– Turn Record Chart (TRC)
– 2 six-sided dice

Game Setup of Blitzkrieg

Players choose sides and set up the game board according to the scenario being played. Each player places their counters on the board and the game begins.

Gameplay Mechanics of Blitzkrieg

Blitzkrieg is a two-player wargame that simulates military technology used at the end of World War II. The game uses a large hex grid map of a fictional continent dominated by the major powers “Big Red” and “Great Blue”, with several neutral countries separating them. Players take turns moving their units and attacking enemy units. Combat is resolved using dice rolls and a Combat Results Table (CRT).

Game Objective of Blitzkrieg

The objective of the game is to capture the enemy’s capital city or to eliminate all of their units.

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