Julius Caesar: Game of the Gallic Wars (1985)

About this game

Julius Caesar is a game of the conflicts between the legions of Rome and the tribes of Gaul in the years 58 B.C. TO 50 B.C. The Roman player's objective is to subjugate and control as many tribes as possible. The Gallic player's objective is to rally the tribes, while disrupting Roman movements, raiding Roman-held territories, and breaking up Roman alliances with friendly tribes. Short campaigns lasting one or two years can be played, or the entire nine year conquest of Gaul can be undertaken. The game components include a 22" by 34" mapsheet, a 24 page rulebook, 2 six-sided dice, 200 counters, a counter tray, and a deck of 59 cards.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 3.3/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.