Cover of the board game "Golan: The Syrian Offensive" from the Folio Game Series, featuring two soldiers on a tank with a backdrop of mountains, published by Decision Games.

Golan

Golan

Golan is a board wargame that simulates operational level ground combat between Egypt and Israel on the Golan Heights during the Yom Kippur War of October 1973. It was originally published as part of the “quadrigame” Modern Battles: Four Contemporary Conflicts. The game was designed by Irad B. Hardy and published by Simulations Publications, Inc. (SPI) in 1975.

Why is Golan Popular?

Golan is significant as it is a wargame that simulates a historical conflict, allowing players to experience and learn about the events of the Yom Kippur War. It is also part of a series of games that act as an introduction to wargaming.

Game Components of Golan

The folio edition of the game includes:
– Folio to hold Game Components of Golan
– 17″ x 22″ paper hex grid map scaled at 1 mile (1.6 km) per hex
– 100 counters

Game Setup of Golan

The game is played on a hex grid map that represents the Golan Heights. Players set up their forces on the map according to the scenario being played.

Gameplay Mechanics of Golan

Golan is a wargame that simulates operational level ground combat between Egypt and Israel on the Golan Heights during the Yom Kippur War of October 1973. The game uses a highly interactive sequence of play.

Game Objective of Golan

The objective of the game is to win the conflict by achieving the goals set out in the scenario being played.

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