Rome At War I: Hannibal at Bay

BGG Geek Rating
5.5
based on 124 ratings
BGG Average Rating
5.7
community average
BGG Ranking
#23876
all board games
Login to vote on your own rating
Players
2-2
Weight
2.17/5.00
Playtime
120 min
Age
12+

⚙️ Game Mechanics

How this game works - core systems and player actions

📂 Categories

🏢 Publishers

📖 About This Game

First game in the Series: Rome at War (Avalanche Press) series. Tactical wargame of moderate complexity that focuses on Hannibal (Carthage) versus Rome. Units are rated for combat strength and morale. Rules cover cavalry, elephants, facing, assaults, missile fire, legion/phalanx movement, and recovery. Activation system for leaders. Generally need a 6 roll to score hits. Small map (which is mounted) is not hex based, but divided into numbered areas. Five scenarios (historical commentary included) are provided; all can be completed in an hour or less. Excellent graphics.