1870: The War Against the Empire
- Designer Ray Weiss
- Publisher CSL (Conflict Simulations LLC)
- Illustration Iván Cáceres , Ilya Kudriashov
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Players command German or French forces on a hex grid map, using dice rolling, movement points, and tactical decisions to reenact the lightning campaign that toppled the Second Empire in a month. The game features HQ units with attack and defense bonuses and tracks statuses like fatigue and disruption, creating a detailed operational-level experience.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced wargamers seeking a complex simulation of 19th-century conflicts. With a duration of about 150 minutes, it demands patience and strategic skill. A solo mode is included, making it suitable for solo play by seasoned players.
How It Works
1870 employs mechanics such as Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, and Movement Points to manage unit maneuvers and combat. Players move units on a hex map, resolve attacks via dice, and use a Ratio / Combat Results Table for damage calculation. Scenario and campaign structures add variability and tactical depth.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Ray Weiss, 1870 is part of the Long Century Operational Series, offering a unique operational scale simulation of the Franco-Prussian War. Inspired by classic SPI and Mark Simonitch wargames, it integrates complex unit statuses and leadership bonuses, distinguishing it within the 2140 series.
Pro
- Detailed simulation of the Franco-Prussian War
- Complex mechanics like Dice Rolling and Ratio / Combat Results Table
- Solo mode included for single players
- Part of the established Long Century Operational Series
Contra
- High complexity (weight 7/10)
- Long playtime around 150 minutes
- No specified minimum age, possibly unsuitable for families
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game covers the historical context of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, focusing on the first phase where Germany quickly defeated the Second Empire. The map depicts France on a hex grid.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to understand complex rules and mechanics such as the Combat Results Table and Movement Points before playing.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, 1870 includes a solo mode suitable for single players.
How long does a game really take?
The game lasts about 150 minutes, making it an extended play session.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with complex wargames and tactical simulations is recommended.
How does this compare to similar games?
1870 offers a unique operational-level simulation and is part of the Long Century Operational Series focusing on 19th-century conflicts.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and length, it is more suited to experienced players than families with children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, and Ratio / Combat Results Table provides tactical depth.
Fazit
1870: The War Against the Empire is recommended for experienced wargamers looking for a detailed, tactical simulation of the Franco-Prussian War. Its length and complexity require practice and time commitment.
