Sink the Bismarck! (1992)

About this game

This wargame simulates Operation Rheinubung where the German battleship Bismarck and the Prinz Eugen attempts a breakout into the Atlantic. This is a two player operational simulation of that historical event. The game retains the tactical ship to ship elements of the encounter. Each hex represents 75 nautical miles. A Damage Point Table and a 10-sided die is used to resolve combat. Dummy task forces and pre-plotted German movement is used to simulate the Fog of War. Hypothetical scenarios and historical scenarios are provided. The hypothetical scenarios include a different order of battle. For example, the additions of the Scharnhorst and Gneisenau.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 3.0/5 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.