Mukden: Climax of the Russo-Japanese War (1996)

About this game

(from the Introduction :) Mukden is an operational level, two-player simulation of the climatic battle of the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905. Players control the divisions and brigades actually present on that distant battlefield in an attempt to out perform their historic counterparts. The tempo of play is dominated by Japanese offensive efforts to capture Mukden, threaten the Russians' overall logistical situation, or destroy a significant portion of the Russian army. 1 hex = 3 miles GT = 2-3 days Units : divisions (12000-18000 men) ; brigades (6000-7000 men) and regiments (2000 men)

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.