Siege at Peking (1982)

About this game

"Siege at Peking: A Clash of Imperial Forces" "A two player recreation of the Allied legation defense against the Boxer and Imperial forces of China . . . the siege lasted from June 20 to August 14 in 1900. For fifty-five days the greatly outnumbered Allied troops fought a desperate defense without relief, marked by countless incidents of exceptional courage and cowardice." Published in The Wargamer Magazine number 21.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.7/5 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.