MGPRP: Counterattack pocket reviews
Issues 1-4
· Counterattack #1: Drive on Frankfurt
· Counterattack #2: Lee invades the North
· Counterattack #3: 48th Panzer Corps
· Counterattack #4: Korea'95/'05
Counter Attack #1: Drive On Frankfurt
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“This is a hypothetical Warsaw vs NATO game, it was the first game put out by Counterattack . I don’t like the map and the fact they choose
to not number every hex was a nuisance thought the map colours probably wouldn’t have helped even if they had. The counters are pretty good,
there is some small errata, and the system is quite good though it does take some getting used to. It’s a long game time wise but not bad,
challenging and there are a number of options for both sides. Certainly CA got of to a good start with this game. Rating B.” CH
Counterattack #2: Lee invades the North
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“This game covers two periods during the ACW (with 4 scenarios) of Lee's moves into Yankee territory.
One scenario does cover the Gettysburg campaign though its unlikely you will get a Gettysburg style
battle. The weaker side will usually elect to withdraw after one round and avoid heavy casualties.
I like the map and the counters, I found the charts on the map a bit hard to read but not a big issue.
There is some errata. The system is very good, it seems complicated when reading the rule book
but in play works very well. The heart of the system is the leaders and the Command Points they
have to use, and how they have them 'broadcast' from superior leaders. Most units are stacked
with leaders so there are not a lot of units on the map. It plays quite well and we played
the Gettysburg scenario and it certainly seemed to have some replay ability. A good solid
follow up to their first game. Rating B." CH
Counter Attack #3: 48th Panzer Korps
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“Great looking map, counters okay, rule book pretty clear. Great situation and tough on both sides, really liked the game system,
offers a bit of a chess puzzle to both players and plenty of options. First glance looks pro Russian but then once you get into the game
(and the system) you can see where the Germans have advantages as well. Highly recommend. Rating A” CH
Counterattack #4: Korea'95/'05
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