Company of Heroes
- Players
- 2-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 14+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.1 / 5
- Year
- 2021
About the game
Company of Heroes brings the acclaimed video game to the tabletop as a squad-level tactical wargame set in World War II. Players maneuver units from one of four factions to secure control points, gathering manpower, munitions, and fuel to build structures, purchase units, and unlock powerful late-game forces. Fog of war, cover, flanking, and veteran upgrades all factor into combat resolution on a grid-based map. Victory comes from reaching a points threshold or annihilating the enemy's base, in a game built for 2-4 players over roughly two hours.
Hobbli's Notes
This is a faithful, mechanically rich translation of a beloved video game franchise into tabletop form - the resource-to-unit pipeline feels genuinely tense and tactical. Fans of the source material will recognize the flanking, cover, and veterancy systems immediately. It's a meatier wargame commitment, but the theme and tactical depth reward the time investment.
What we like
- Faithfully captures the tactical feel of the beloved video game.
- Deep resource-to-unit economy rewards strategic planning.
- Rich combat systems including cover, flanking, and veterancy.
- Strong replayability across four distinct factions.
Keep in mind
- Two-hour-plus playtime and high complexity demand real commitment.
- Miniature and component-heavy setup can slow down play.
- Steep learning curve for newcomers to tactical wargames.
Who it's for
Best for 2-4 players aged 14+ who are fans of WWII tactical wargames or the Company of Heroes video game franchise.
