War of 1812
Published 1973
(from Columbia Games website:) War of 1812 is an elegant strategy wargame depicting the Anglo-American struggle to control the Great Lakes and Canada. War of 1812 sets up in five minutes and plays in 1-2 hours. This classic game has been enjoyed by thousands of gamers for over 30 years. Unit types in this edition include artillery, cavalry, infantry, and navies. The map board is unchanged from previous editions. (see War of 1812 webpage for full history of this war)
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Game Info
- Players
- 2 Players
- Time
- 1.5 hours
- Weight
- Light-Medium — 2.09/5
- Year
- 1973
- BGG Rating
- 7.02
- BGG Rank
- #4254
- Min Age
- 12+
Frequently Asked Questions
War of 1812 is designed for exactly 2 players.
A typical game of War of 1812 takes about 90 minutes.
War of 1812 has a complexity rating of 2.09/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium Light' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for War of 1812 is 12+.
War of 1812 has a rating of 7.02/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 711 ratings. It is ranked #4254 overall.
War of 1812 was designed by Lance Gutteridge, Tom Dalgliesh. It was published in 1973.