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Year
2024
Players
1-4
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Description
An asymmetric alternate-history strategic-level wargame inspired by the COIN series where four factions compete for control of occupied Germany after 1945
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Zilla Blitz Discussion at 10:56 sentiment: positive
video_pk 31626 · mention_pk 93169
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- card-driven play, potential for solo bots
- interesting postwar scenario variance
Cons
none
Thematic elements
- four-faction conflict with insurgent dynamics
- postwar Germany, late WWII/early Cold War era
- card-driven, area-control warfare
Comparison games
- Interventions in late-war/postwar coin-style games
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- four-faction, card-driven — guild-like counters with event and crisis cards; solobot/solo capable
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Quotes (from this video)
- it's the 12th game in the Blind Sword series, which means you have a very mature rule set
- the rules are crystal clear. It's so nice to read a mature rule set that's been around for so long
- this is a ton of fun
- I couldn't be more excited to dig into this one
- easy to learn, hard to master
- this looks like a ton of fun and a fantastic idea
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The Discriminating Gamer Review at 0:04 sentiment: positive
video_pk 29370 · mention_pk 86280
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
- strong, engaging theme that blends alternate history with a coin-game framework
- rich asymmetry and faction interdependencies that create dynamic gameplay
- tension track and morale system add meaningful strategic depth
- varied card mechanisms and event design yield a high replay value
- thematic execution and components are visually and tactilely appealing
Cons
- learning curve can be steep for new players, especially with multiple tracks and factions
- balance concerns around the negotiation mechanic and endgame escalation may impact perceived fairness
- complex setup and lengthy play sessions can be a barrier for some groups
Thematic elements
- alternate history insurgency involving werewolf movement and resistance factions
- Occupied Germany, 1945-1948, postwar environment with Allied and Soviet influence and insurgent factions
- alternate history with real-world factions and fictional werewolf insurgents
Comparison games
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Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- Area control via population loyalties — locations are controlled by factions based on the majority military presence and loyalty markers; loyalty affects value and scoring
- Asymmetric faction abilities and goals — each faction (Allies, Soviets, Adal Vice, Werewolves) has unique actions and victory objectives, creating interdependence and rivalry
- Blockade, terrorism, and disruption actions — blockades, attacks, and terror markers affect movement and stability; players manage risk and disruption
- Deck-building / coin-game inspired event cards — crisis cards are mixed into decks; each round reveals the current and next card, driving events and scoring
- Espionage / event manipulation — espionage actions hinder opponents and affect eligibility, adding misdirection and strategic depth
- Hidden/underground unit placement and activation — units can be underground (hidden) and activate by standing up or surfacing, exposing themselves
- Resource Management — markers for tanks/artillery and research influence combat and scoring; research can be contested or seized
- Resources, heavy equipment, and research tokens — markers for tanks/artillery and research influence combat and scoring; research can be contested or seized
- Tension / Cold War track with escalating costs — morale and tension tracks influence costs and actions; negotiation can lower tension to a degree
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Quotes (from this video)
- This game is coin inspired.
- I think this is one of the best coin games I played.
- I had a ball with this game.
- I really had fun with it.
- Gosh, you're going to have a field day with this one.
- If you like coin and you like this ahistorical alternate history theme.
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