Minuteman: The Second American Revolution (1976)

About this game

Minuteman: The Second American Revolution is a simulation of future partisan warfare in the United States (the future at the time the game was designed was 1984). Up to four players take on the roles of Rebel or Government forces. The object of the Rebel player(s) is to spread their rebellious anti-establishment movement and eventually declare a Revolution. The Government player(s) attempt to quell the Rebel movement by various means while preventing it from spreading all over the country. The player who best achieves his objective (based on points) is the winner. Optional European Intervention, Canadian and Mexican rules are provided as well.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 4.
• Rules load. At 3.4/5 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.