Crossbows and Cannon II (1993)

About this game

This standalone wargame utilises the game system as its predecessor "Crossbows and Cannon" and "Royalists and Roundheads". The wargame features a command system intended to simulate the problems of command during the Renaissance where leaders are rated for command, initiative and combat. The four battles are Pinkie 1547, Fornovo 1495, Cerignola 1503, Novara 1513. Weapons in the game range from arquebuses, crossbows, cannon, pike and more. Units include stradiots,genitors, pikemen and more. Advanced rules are included.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.3/5 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.