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Moderate level of interaction with a good balance between direct and strategic confrontation.
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1870
Division level wargame on the Franco-Prussian War from August 1870 to February 1871 in 67 three-day turns. 1 map, 200 counters. Rules for supply, railroads, French sea movement, fortresses, and the Siege of Paris.
Players
2
Time
?-?
Age
12+
Weight
2.38
Rating
6.53
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Moderate level of interaction with a good balance between direct and strategic confrontation.
Teach
2.3
Teaching signal
Replay
3.9
High replayability
Interaction
3.6
Highly interactive
Scaling
4.0
Scales well
Strategy
4.5
Deep strategy
Control
3.8
More strategic control
Replay value
1870 has a high replayability score due to its high variability gameboard, impactful expansions, deep strategic possibilities, and good scalability. While it may take some time to learn, the game offers a fresh and engaging experience each time it is played.
Luck profile
1870 has a moderate influence of luck. Random elements have minimal impact on the game outcome, and players have substantial ability to mitigate randomness through strategic decisions and planning. The game outcome is primarily determined by player strategy and decisions, with luck playing a minor role.
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Division level wargame on the Franco-Prussian War from August 1870 to February 1871 in 67 three-day turns. 1 map, 200 counters. Rules for supply, railroads, French sea movement, fortresses, and the Siege of Paris.
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Designers
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Jean-Pierre Défieux
Publishers
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Descartes Editeur
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