Stalingrad Besieged

Manufacturer:

Worthington Publishing

The Battle of Stalingrad was one of the most critical battles of World War II. The Axis failed to secure the ferry points in Stalingrad (cutting off reinforcements) soon enough to prevent the Soviet counterattack that caved in the Axis flanks far from Stalingrad, and ultimately surrounded and captured Stalingrad and the 6th Army. After that, Germany was on the defensive in the war as a whole. This game focuses on action in and around Stalingrad; the Axis must succeed in time to reinforce their flanks against the Soviet November offensive.

The game depicts the battle in the city of Stalingrad itself. Intense block-to-block battles defined the Stalingrad siege and the game reflects this within its design. The game board uses a German map from 1942, with grids identifying critical locations in the city. The grids are used for measurement and combat in the game. Conflict is frequent, and each side battles back and forth regardless of who moves.

Because of the dynamics of tanks, artillery, and infantry, and the variability of the Russian ferry points and the arrival of reinforcements, no two games will play the same. This adds to great replay value, and to the solitaire play as well. In addition, it includes and allows players to play with the components of their choice: cards, wooden blocks, or oversized counters.

Contents:
Mounted Game Board
Wooden Blocks
Label Sheet
Card Deck
Counter Sheet
Dice
Rule Book
Player Aid Card

Ages: 14+
Players: 1-2
Game Length: 60 minutes