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The Battle for Normandy

The Battle for Normandy

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Note: All samples below are from playtest graphics, not final game art. GMT Games claims no copyright on these images; copyright remains with the original creator.

Updated Playtest Map C [Feb 8, 2008)

Layout of all five maps [Updated Feb 26, 2008]

Counter Samples

Regular Price: $149.00
P500 Price: $104.00

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1. Harry D. on 4/2/2008, said:

this game goes past the old spi game. should have The Mortain counter offensive and the Falaise pocket. Dave
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2. Danny on 3/26/2008, said:

Guys - these are all playtest graphics by the designer (a graphics amateur); Mark Simonitch, a Pro, will be doing the finals so based on that I wouldn't worry about these things.
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3. Andrew on 3/23/2008, said:

My only concern is the company size designation on the Brigade and Div HQs.. it can be annoying.. the stacking value shows the size. Other than that .. I can't wait!
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4. Gregorio Avelino on 3/20/2008, said:

All monster games are good, but can you change grafic counters? because otan grafic counters are functional but...
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5. MARIE on 2/8/2008, said:

une idée sur la date de sortie prévue?
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6. Massimo on 1/9/2008, said:

I hope for a playable monster game (balanced).
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7. Paul on 12/2/2007, said:

How can it be compared with Atlantic Wall (SPI) ?
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8. Andrea on 11/17/2007, said:

Just a note: SS units call for black background, don't they ? Andrea
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9. John on 11/12/2007, said:

Trying to keep my excitement from a GREAT rating!! Finally something to replace (update) The Longest Day! The game looks good and counters are functional....lets hope the stay that way! With GMT's Living rules, the game will benefit even before eratta is issued in expansions. I look forward to this release to fill my war room (that I now share with my teenagers!)!
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10. Will on 11/9/2007, said:

I've always wanted a monster game, now's my chance! I'm drooling over the magnificent map layout, and delighted to read that various expansions will follow.
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The Battle for Normandy is a game that represents the climactic campaign in Normandy from D-Day, 6 June 1944 to the first week of August 1944 at primarily battalion level. Numerous scenarios are included to play out various smaller battles in Normandy. It is intended for two players or player teams.

The game uses a unique sequence of play and a system of fire combat throughout the airdrop and beach assault phases with company-level breakdown units, then a more traditional odds-type combat approach throughout the rest of the game. Initial beach defense deployments at start and daily air support and defense allocations, hidden to the opposing player; create a level of uncertainty that makes for a tense, challenging duel.

The game combines a detailed, extensively researched order of battle with relatively fast-playing game mechanics to make it not only the largest representation of the Normandy campaign available to date, but a manageable one that is meant to be played, not shelved. Scenarios include: (As of March 11, 2008 - we are working on a couple more):

Campaign : 5 maps, 6 June - 10 Aug
Bloody Omaha : part of one map, 6 June - 10 June
Cobra : 2 maps (most of play on one though), 25 July - 31 July
Goodwood & Cobra (combined): 4 maps, 18 July - 31 July
Operation Epsom : 1 map, 26 June - 1 July
The Battle for Cherbourg : 1 map, 18 June - 27 June

A future expansion will extend the play area south, to include the Mortain and Falaise scenarios, and extend the campaign to late August and the 3^rd Army breakout.

Game Equipment

One Rule Book
One Scenario Book
Five (5) 22x34” full color Maps
Nine (9) full color counter sheets
8-1/2x11” Allied Air Allocation Log (laminated)
8-1/2x11” Axis AAA Allocation Log (laminated)
11x17” Turn Record Track
8-1/2x11” Terrain Effects Chart (x2)
8-1/2x11” Repl/Recon/Weather chart (x2)
8-1/2x11” German Record Track
8-1/2x11” Allied Record Track
8-1/2x11” Combat Results Table (x2)
Dice - 3d6 and 1d10
One non-permanent marker

Game Design: Dan Holte