Mukden: Sino-Soviet Combat in the '70's (1975)

About this game

Part of the Modern Battles: Four Contemporary Conflicts quadrigames which included standard rules for each game as well as exclusive rules for each game in the series. Mukden covers a hypothetical conflict between Russia and China near the city of Mukden. Mukden is likely to become an important objective in any such conflict, due to its concentration of industry and its importance as a transportation center. Players may pick from three scenarios: Battle for Asia (classic Soviet invasion vs Chinese), The Siege of Mukden (house to house in the city - a Soviet Stalingrad), and Guerilla! (partisan warfare vs the Soviets.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.1/5 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.