Title:
Rise And Decline Of The Third Reich: 3rd Edition
Description:
THIRD REICH, like all Avalon Hill games, is more than just the standard ”roll the dice and move” game. It is a realistic simulation of the grand strategic situation as it existed in Europe during WWII. Actually, THIRD REICH is 6 games in 1; a Campaign Game of 24 turns which runs from the invasion of Poland to Germany’s final defeat or victory; an Advanced Game providing
additional complexity and realism; a Multi-Player version providing for 3 to 6 players in which even the Italian player can be the winner: and three 12 turn Scenarios which allow you to play quicker games based on your favorite part of the war.
Make no mistake about it-THIRD REICH is not for the faint of heart or the beginner to simulation gaming. A complex and highly detailed game system, it requires the utmost concentration and effort from its players. No other game even attempts to combine the smooth interaction of all the combat arms in one package. THIRD REICH presents the player with all the tools of the war, and even some elements which never took part!
You, as the German High Command, can try strategies other than those used in the war. You can opt for an invasion of Spain to get at Gibraltar, or forego the invasion of Russia, or any of a myriad of other possibilities. As the German player you’ll
be amazed by your ability to fell opponents with one lightening-like blow. The classic battles of encirclement on the Russian steppes can take place again and your U-Boats may well threaten to strangle Britain into submission.
As the Allies, you’ll take heart in the Russian ability to absorb blow after blow and continue on while the industrial might of the United States makes itself felt, hammering the German war industry with bombing raids.
In multi-player games you’ll be able to augment your military skills with diplomacy: can you convince Italy that it is in her best interest to help you attack France; or keep Stalin off your back long enough to complete the conquest of England?
Recreate the entire war or any of its parts with these quick Scenarios:
*BLITZKRIEG: Fall 1939-Summer 1942-Can you bring down the Allies in a series of lightning thrusts, eliminating them before they can complete their mobilization?
**TURNING POINT: Spring 1942-Winter 1944-Can you bring the Russian giant to his knees in time to meet the challenge from the West, or will you too be stopped at the gates of Moscow?
***FUEHRER BUNKER: Spring 1944—Winter 1946-Besieged on all sides by superior forces, can you postpone the inevitable and force an armistice without defeat?
additional complexity and realism; a Multi-Player version providing for 3 to 6 players in which even the Italian player can be the winner: and three 12 turn Scenarios which allow you to play quicker games based on your favorite part of the war.
Make no mistake about it-THIRD REICH is not for the faint of heart or the beginner to simulation gaming. A complex and highly detailed game system, it requires the utmost concentration and effort from its players. No other game even attempts to combine the smooth interaction of all the combat arms in one package. THIRD REICH presents the player with all the tools of the war, and even some elements which never took part!
You, as the German High Command, can try strategies other than those used in the war. You can opt for an invasion of Spain to get at Gibraltar, or forego the invasion of Russia, or any of a myriad of other possibilities. As the German player you’ll
be amazed by your ability to fell opponents with one lightening-like blow. The classic battles of encirclement on the Russian steppes can take place again and your U-Boats may well threaten to strangle Britain into submission.
As the Allies, you’ll take heart in the Russian ability to absorb blow after blow and continue on while the industrial might of the United States makes itself felt, hammering the German war industry with bombing raids.
In multi-player games you’ll be able to augment your military skills with diplomacy: can you convince Italy that it is in her best interest to help you attack France; or keep Stalin off your back long enough to complete the conquest of England?
Recreate the entire war or any of its parts with these quick Scenarios:
*BLITZKRIEG: Fall 1939-Summer 1942-Can you bring down the Allies in a series of lightning thrusts, eliminating them before they can complete their mobilization?
**TURNING POINT: Spring 1942-Winter 1944-Can you bring the Russian giant to his knees in time to meet the challenge from the West, or will you too be stopped at the gates of Moscow?
***FUEHRER BUNKER: Spring 1944—Winter 1946-Besieged on all sides by superior forces, can you postpone the inevitable and force an armistice without defeat?
Max Number of Players:
2-6
Category:
Strategy
War
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Publisher:
Avalon Hill
Playing Time:
720
Year Published:
1974
Designer:
John Prados
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Artist:
Rodger B. MacGowan
Don Greenwood
W. Scott Moores
Humbert Oliveri
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Suggested Ages:
14+
Date Added:
2024-12-13 09:14:13
Automatic Estimated Value:
~$24.99
Automatic Estimated Date:
2024-12-13
Date Added:
2024-12-13 09:14:13
