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Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942
2019
Rules assistance for Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942
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- 2–4 players
- 120–480 min
- 14+
- Complexity 3.5/5
For 2 players
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Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 is a board game released in 2019 for 2–4 players, 120–480 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Mark Simonitch and its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, and Hexagon Grid.
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About the game
Stalingrad ‘42 is a division-level game on the Axis 1942 summer offensive towards Stalingrad and the Caucasus. Historically, this epic struggle lasted for 6 months and saw the Axis armies reach the Volga and the Caucasus Mountains. But Soviet resistance stiffened and final victory eluded the German army at Stalingrad and in the Caucasus. The ensuing November Soviet offensive trapped the Wehrmacht’s largest army (the 6th) at Stalingrad and marked the beginning of the end for Axis fortunes in World War II. Stalingrad ’42 uses the same scale and nearly all the rules of Ukraine '43. Many modifications have been made to improve the system and to show crucial features of the campaign. New rules include leaders, elite panzer divisions, planned operations, hidden Soviet buildup, and Army/Front offensive support. With four maps and low unit density, the game delivers a grand view of the campaign, where decisions about movement and direction of attack have lasting effects that propel or curtail your future strategic plans. The effect is like watching a story unfold and noticing a growing emotional involvement with your forces and plans. In the end, whether in victory or defeat, players of Stalingrad ’42 will enjoy an epic gaming experience. MAP SCALE: 1 hex = 10 miles TIME SCALE: 1 turn = 3-7 days NUMBER OF PLAYERS: 2-4 UNIT SCALE: Small Corps/Divisions/Brigades/Regiments COMPONENTS 4 Maps (2 full size, 2 small, total footprint 48" x 43.5") 3 Counter sheets (576 9/16” playing pieces) 5 Scenario cards 2 (identical) Player aid cards 1 Rules booklet 1 Playbook with examples of play, design notes, and historical notes SCENARIOS • Campaign Game: June 28th - December 31st (36 turns) • Fall Blau: June 28th - July 28th (8 turns, one full-size map) • Caucasus Campaign: August 2nd - November 11th (18 turns, two small maps) • Operation Uranus: November 12th - December 31st (9 turns, two full-size maps) FEATURES • Ease of play • Accurate Order of Battle • Detailed game maps • Rules for: Blitzkrieg warfare, Reserves, Offensive Planning, Sea Movement, Leaders, City Battles, North Caucasus Volunteers, and hidden Soviet buildup. SEQUENCE OF PLAY OUTLINE A. WEATHER PHASE B. AXIS PLAYER TURN 1. Initial Phase 2. Movement Phase 3. Combat Phase 4. Recovery Phase 5. Supply Phase C. SOVIET PLAYER TURN (Identical to Axis Player Turn) D. VICTORY DETERMINATION PHASE
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Questions and answers
Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 is 120–480 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 for ages 14 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 has a complexity rating of 3.5 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 belongs to these categories: Wargame and World War II. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Grid Movement, and Hexagon Grid. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 are: Mark Simonitch. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Stalingrad '42: Southern Russia, June-December, 1942 as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.