There are numerous rule sets available for wargaming World War II (WWII), allowing players to recreate the battles and campaigns of this historic conflict. Here are a few well-known rule sets:
Flames of War: Flames of War, published by Battlefront Miniatures, is one of the most popular rule sets for WWII wargaming. It focuses on company-level combat and covers a wide range of theaters and factions, including infantry, tanks, artillery, aircraft, and more.
Bolt Action: Bolt Action, published by Warlord Games, is a widely played rule set for WWII wargaming. It offers a squad-level focus and covers various theaters and factions of the war. Bolt Action provides a balance between historical accuracy and playability.
Chain of Command: Chain of Command, developed by TooFatLardies, is a platoon-level rule set for WWII wargaming. It emphasizes command and control, realistic tactics, and historical accuracy. Chain of Command provides a detailed and immersive gaming experience.
I Ain’t Been Shot, Mum!: I Ain’t Been Shot, Mum! (IABSM), by TooFatLardies, is a rule set for larger-scale WWII wargaming. It covers battalion-level combat and focuses on realistic command and control mechanics. IABSM offers a detailed and historical approach to battles and campaigns.
Rapid Fire!: Rapid Fire! is a rule set by Colin Rumford and Richard Marsh. It covers WWII battles at the platoon and company level, with a focus on combined arms warfare. Rapid Fire! offers a flexible and accessible approach to WWII wargaming.
These are just a few examples of rule sets available for WWII wargaming. Each rule set has its own unique mechanics, level of detail, and play style. It’s recommended to explore these rule sets further, read reviews, and choose the one that best aligns with your gaming preferences and the specific historical era or theater of WWII you wish to simulate.
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