Zürich 1799 (1999)

About this game

This game is the third in the "Jours de Gloire" battle series, which uses a modified version of the rules for GMT's "Glory" games by Richard H Berg. These rules were later adapted by GMT for their "Triumph and Glory" game. This game covers Masséna's great victory at the battle of Zurich in 1799. As with all Vae Victis games, the counters need to be mounted and then cut out. The rules are entirely in French, although translations are available online. - scale = 297 m/hex; - time = 75 min/GT; - strength = 200 men/SP.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.6/5 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.