World at War #34: Famous Divisions – Guards Armoured (Special Edition) continues the acclaimed Famous Divisions series with a focus on one of Britain’s most distinguished armoured formations — the British Guards Armoured Division. This special edition wargame offers a rich blend of tactical decision-making and operational strategy, recreating four major battles fought by the division during the closing stages of World War II.

• Four Historical Scenarios: Engage in detailed recreations of Operations Goodwood and Veritable, along with the intense battles of Bonninghardt Ridge and Joe’s Bridge, each highlighting the challenges and heroism of the Guards Armoured Division in the push across Northwest Europe.
• Innovative Event Chit System: Unlike traditional wargames, combat resolution is driven by Event Chits that inject chaos, uncertainty, and realism into every encounter. Chits such as “Sniper,” “Ambush,” “Outflanked,” “Critical Hit,” and “Friendly Fire” create ever-changing tactical situations that keep players on edge.
• Dynamic Activation Mechanics: Turns are structured through HQ activations instead of alternating player turns. Each HQ is drawn one at a time to initiate movement and combat for its subordinate units, capturing the fluidity and unpredictability of real battlefield command.
• Accessible Yet Deep Gameplay: While designed for two players, the system’s structure makes it well-suited for solitaire play, offering a rewarding challenge for those who wish to command both sides of this historical conflict.

The Famous Divisions – Guards Armoured system captures the interplay between planning and battlefield chaos, reflecting the tension of real-world combat where leadership, coordination, and luck could all determine the outcome. The chit-draw mechanic ensures that no two battles play out the same way, creating immense replayability and a constantly evolving tactical landscape.

Game Components & Features:

• 2 x full-colour 22x34” maps
• 2 x counter sheets (560 counters total)
• Event chit system introducing 20+ variable combat modifiers
• HQ-based activation system simulating real-time battlefield decision-making
• Playable with 2 players, easily adapted for solo play

Scale:
Players: 2
Level: Company
Hex: 500 Meters
Turn: 6 Hours

World at War #34: Famous Divisions – Guards Armoured (Special Edition) offers an exciting new approach to tactical wargaming, blending command-level decision-making with the chaos of front-line combat. Players will experience both the precision of British planning and the unpredictable intensity of mechanised warfare on the Western Front.

Available now from Milsims Games — Australia’s home for strategy, wargaming, and historical simulation titles for over 50 years. Price-match guarantee and fast shipping from Mont Albert, VIC.

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