1792: La Patrie en Danger

What to Expect

Players command forces during the First Coalition campaign on a hex grid where units use movement points. Combat is resolved with dice rolls and a combat results table. Each hex represents 3.2 km, and turns simulate two days, requiring strategic planning over multiple rounds.

Who Is This Game For?

This two-player game suits experienced wargamers interested in historical simulations. It demands patience and knowledge of tactical combat systems. Not designed as a family game, it targets players with a focus on complex strategy.

How It Works

The game uses a hexagonal grid with units moving via movement points. Combat outcomes depend on dice rolling combined with a ratio-based combat results table. Turns represent two days, and scenarios or campaigns define mission objectives. Key mechanics include Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, and Movement Points.

What Makes It Special

Designed by Marc Brandsma, it employs Kevin Zucker's 'The Campaigns of Napoleon' system. Published in Casus Belli magazine, it was part of the 1992 French wargame championship. It belongs to the French Revolutionary Wars family offering detailed operational-level simulation.

Setting & Atmosphäre

Set during the First Coalition Wars of the French Revolution (1792–1797), it features French and European armies on an operational hex grid where each hex covers 3.2 kilometers.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Familiarize yourself with the combat results table and movement rules to grasp tactical flow.

Häufige Fragen

Fazit

1792: La Patrie en Danger is a demanding two-player wargame for historical strategy enthusiasts focused on the French Revolution. It is rewarding for those who appreciate complex simulations.