The Last King of Scotland

Published 2011

Designed by Dennis L. Bishop, The Last King of Scotland is a hex and counter wargame that simulates the Tanzania-Uganda War of 1979 that ousted Uganda's President for Life Idi Amin Dada. One player takes control of the Ugandan forces while the other player commands the forces of Tanzania. With a seeming fascination for all things Scottish, Idi Amin referred to himself as the "uncrowned king of Scotland". When Amin fled Uganda in a sense he truly became "The Last King of Scotland." Each game turn is a month of real time. Each hex covers 30 miles, and units range from platoons to battalions.

Mechanics

Dice Rolling Hexagon Grid Hex-and-Counter

Categories

Modern Warfare Wargame

Designers

Dennis Bishop

Publishers

Victory Point Games White Dog Games
The Last King of Scotland

Game Info

Players
1-2 Players
Time
1.5 hours
Weight
Light-Medium — 2.18/5
Year
2011
BGG Rating
6.64
BGG Rank
#13972
Min Age
13+

Frequently Asked Questions

The Last King of Scotland supports 1 to 2 players.
A typical game of The Last King of Scotland takes about 90 minutes.
The Last King of Scotland has a complexity rating of 2.18/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for The Last King of Scotland is 13+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
The Last King of Scotland has a rating of 6.64/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 95 ratings. It is ranked #13972 overall.
The Last King of Scotland was designed by Dennis Bishop. It was published in 2011.