Memoir '44 is an exciting historical board game that lets you engage in stylized battles of some of WWII's most famous battles, like Omaha Beach, Pegasus Bridge, Operation Cobra, and the Ardennes. It comes with over 15 different battle scenarios and a double - sided hex game board for beach landings and countryside combat. Each scenario accurately mimics historical terrain, troop placements, and army objectives. Commanders can deploy troops using Command and Tactic cards, leveraging the unique skills of units such as infantry, paratroopers, tanks, artillery, and resistance fighters. The game is designed not to be overly complex. As designer Richard Borg says, it requires strategic card play, timely dice rolling, and an aggressive yet flexible battle plan to win. Besides the large double - sided gameboard, it includes 144 detailed army miniatures (historically accurate infantry, tanks, and artillery), 36 Obstacle pieces, 60 illustrated Command cards, 44 Special Terrain tiles, and 8 Custom Wooden dice. It's designed for 2 players but can easily handle team play. With Memoir '44 Overlord scenarios, up to 8 players can use multiple boards for large - scale operations, experiencing large - scale battlefield challenges. The average game length is 30 - 60 minutes, allowing players to command different sides in matches.
To play Memoir '44, first set up the double - sided hex game board according to the scenario you choose. Place the 144 army miniatures on the board as described in the scenario, representing the historical troop placements. Then, distribute the 60 illustrated Command cards and use them to deploy your troops. When it's time to attack or defend, roll the 8 Custom Wooden dice. Keep in mind that you need to play strategically with your cards and roll the dice at the right time. If you're playing with the Overlord scenarios and multiple boards, make sure to coordinate with your team members. As for maintenance, store the game in a dry place to prevent the cardboard pieces from warping. Keep the miniatures in a box to avoid damage. If the cards get dirty, you can gently wipe them with a dry cloth. Have fun playing and experiencing the battles of World War II!
