Advanced Squad Leader: Starter Kit #1
- 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.
- 120 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 3.8 / 5
- Year
- 2004
About the game
Advanced Squad Leader Starter Kit #1 is a streamlined introduction to the legendary ASL wargame system, featuring six WWII infantry scenarios with a simplified, illustrated rulebook. Two geomorphic maps and a full countersheet teach core concepts like terrain, line of sight, and squad-level combat, and are compatible with full Advanced Squad Leader rules.
Hobbli's Notes
An excellent, low-cost entry point into the acclaimed ASL system. It stays faithful to the full game's tactical richness while trimming down rules overhead for newcomers.
What we like
- Excellent gateway into the acclaimed ASL system.
- Six varied WWII scenarios included.
- High solitaire suitability.
- Compatible with full Advanced Squad Leader rules later.
Keep in mind
- Still fairly complex for absolute beginners.
- Limited to two players.
- Requires significant time per scenario.
Who it's for
Wargamers and history enthusiasts new to ASL, ages 14 and up, strictly two-player, with high solitaire suitability.
