Little Round Top

Published 1979

Little Round Top is an Avalon Hill game from 1979 for two players which recreates this critical battle. During a typical game turn, both players move their company sized forces over a map of the battle area, positioning them for rifle fire and bayonet charges. Fire and melee combat are resolved by a die roll on the appropriate Combat Results Table. Regimental officers and their command abilities are crucial for keeping the attack moving forward or the defense intact. It comes with a colorful map of the battlefield, 100 cardboard playing pieces, and a short rules booklet.

Mechanics

Action Points Dice Rolling Grid Movement Hexagon Grid Hex-and-Counter Simulation

Categories

American Civil War Wargame

Designers

David G. Martin Leonard Millman

Publishers

Avalon Hill OSG (Operational Studies Group)
Little Round Top

Game Info

Players
2 Players
Time
2 hours
Weight
Medium — 2.63/5
Year
1979
BGG Rating
6.46
BGG Rank
#10628
Min Age
12+

Frequently Asked Questions

Little Round Top is designed for exactly 2 players.
A typical game of Little Round Top takes about 120 minutes.
Little Round Top has a complexity rating of 2.63/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Little Round Top is 12+.
Little Round Top has a rating of 6.46/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 227 ratings. It is ranked #10628 overall.
Little Round Top was designed by David G. Martin, Leonard Millman. It was published in 1979.