Undaunted: Normandy
- Players
- 2
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 60 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.3 / 5
- Year
- 2019
About the game
Undaunted: Normandy is a two-player deck-building wargame that recreates the push through France after D-Day, with one player commanding American forces and the other German troops. Cards represent your squads and command options, and as units take casualties, cards are permanently removed from your deck, making every loss sting. Modular map tiles recreate different missions from the campaign, offering a series of scenarios rather than one static battlefield. It blends deck-building strategy with genuine wargame tension in an accessible, beginner-friendly package.
Hobbli's Notes
Undaunted: Normandy is a terrific entry point into wargaming for players who love deck-builders, since the deck-thinning mechanic elegantly represents attrition without any fiddly combat charts. The scenario-based campaign structure gives it strong narrative arc across sessions, and the two-player focus makes every decision feel personal and high-stakes. It can feel a touch dry visually compared to miniature-heavy wargames, and balance leans on scenario design.
What we like
- Deck-thinning mechanic elegantly represents combat attrition.
- Scenario-based campaign gives strong narrative structure.
- Accessible rules make it a great wargaming entry point.
- Balanced two-player asymmetric factions.
- Modular map tiles keep missions varied.
Keep in mind
- Limited to two players only.
- Visual presentation is more subdued than miniature-based wargames.
- Some missions can feel unbalanced depending on card draws.
Who it's for
Great for two players, ages 14 and up, who enjoy tense historical strategy games or want an accessible entry into wargaming.
