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The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West
1971
Rules assistance for The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West
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- 2 players
- 180 min
- 12+
- Complexity 2.7/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West
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The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West is a board game released in 1971 for 2 players, 180 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Jim Dunnigan and its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Variable Set-up, and Grid Movement.
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About the game
France 1940 is an operational level simulation of the German invasion of France in 1940. Units are corps and divisions, with important regiments and brigades represented. The map covers the German-Franco border, from the parts of the Maginot Line to the English Channel. The game consists of standard rules, advanced rules incorporating more complexity and realism and an Idiot's Rule, simulating the initial inflexibility of the Allied command. Six German and eleven Allied orders of battle allow players to experiment with game balance as well as explore various "What ifs". The game comes with detailed designer's notes, giving insight into both game design and the actual campaign. The first incarnation of the game appeared as an insert in Strategy & Tactics magazine #27 [1971], and was subsequently republished by Avalon Hill in a boxed edition in 1972. Avalon Hill inventory: Rule Book (a large foldout sheet) Strategy Guide pamphlet with historical map (a folded paper with printing on both sides) Designer's Notes booklet CRT Table (In the 1st printing slipcase this is printed on the inner box lid. In the standard box 2nd printing, it is a loose sheet.) 22 x 24" Map Board 224 Counters (including the 27 blanks) 9 Scenario Cards (8 of which are 2 sided) The 1st printing included a plastic box insert. This may not be in the 2nd printing as Avalon Hill did discontinue their use in the mid 1970's.
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- The Avalon Hill Game Co
- SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)
Questions and answers
The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West is 180 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 The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West for ages 12 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.
The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West has a complexity rating of 2.7 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light 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.
The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West belongs to these categories: Wargame and World War II. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Variable Set-up, and Grid Movement. 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 The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West are: Jim Dunnigan. 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 The Game of France, 1940: German Blitzkrieg in the West 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.