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The wargames subdomain and its participants is an invaluable resource for the budding and veteran wargamer. This thread is an attempt to reference some of the resources on the BGG site and point them out to the new wargames subdomain participants. This list is far from complete, so feel free to add new things of interest. Wargaming 101So What’s a Wargame?How do I know which one will fit my taste? How do I go from trading sheep to slugging it out on the eastern front? You might be asking yourself, "hmmm, but What is your definition of a Wargame? Or, to rephrase it So... what is a wargame?Now be advised that asking this question might result in some grumbling, the occasional death threats and obscure references to the enjoyment of repetition. Someone might even yell out Case Blue!! You’ve been warned… Getting StartedFor a complete overview and wargames 101, this is mandatory reading: Wargames??? YES YOU CAN! Another great one: Want to start in wargaming but unsure as to what game you might like? A newbies Guide Here is a great post discussing Different Scales in Wargaming The blog post "Strategic, Operational, and Tactical Wargames" sums up the differences in scale nicely. An excellent geeklist to help make sense out of the different Wargame series and systemsAnother great geeklist highlighting certain aspects of wargaming:Ten things that make a great wargame Still don't know where to start? Try out the Starter Wargames starter wargames geeklist. Want to know what to avoid? Try the The Dogs of War: Wargames That Stink, Ancients Edition series of geeklists. Looking for WW2 Solitaire games? Here you will find a complete list of world war two games with solo rules: Solitaire World War 2 Games Wanna try out a personality test for wargamers? POLL: Are You a Neo-Grog? (NEW POLL, Pg. 5) So, now you want to conquer the world? Ok, why not try one of the Top 10 Strategic WWII Games Not sure if you should trust a wargamer on this? Check out: How hard are some of these popular wargames? Written from a Eurogamer perspective. The (in)famous counter-clippingAnother issue that can raise the blood-pressure of the wargaming crowd. Those who do, do and those who don't, don't and never the twain shall meet. But if you want to know the why, take a look at Counter Clipping - Why? and How? For an-depth "how-to" there is the How to clip your counters It might be hard to believe, but one of the longest-running and totally unkillable threads is the « war and peace » length Implementing the Perfect Solution... to counter clipping Psychologists and social workers await your call. There is a ton of resources for specific game systemsHere are a few that have a cult following on the geek: These threads are places to consort with like-minded individuals: The P500 subscription threadsThese alert you to the latest news on the preorder lists for upcoming games, here are a few: MMP P500 subscription thread Gameplay stylesI’m all alone...We all know finding, and keeping wargame buddies is tough work. Here’s a list of Solitaire War Games for those lonely winter nights. Chit-pull activation is a mechanic that plays very well solo. Want to know more, go check out Pull My Chit! - or - Good Chit-Pull Wargames for the *sometimes* lonely GeneralI’m alone, but I got a computerPlay by Email (PBEM) is a great way to play for those wargamers who aren’t blessed with a local group of players. Want to know if the game is pbem friendly: PBEM: did it play well? Looking for an online opponent? Subscribe to the INVALID OBJECT ID=115364, type=geeklist We were supposed to be 2, but then Bill showed up...I’m travelling…I’m broke...I love arts and crafts!Well, why not try out some of the Best Print & Play Historical Wargames and show off your creative side! Investing back to the communityI have a lot of free time...Well, why not No wargame left behind: Wargames that need written reviews 2 or Uncategorized wargames: they need your vote! Mk2? Speaking of reviews and reviewers...In praise of BGG wargame reviewers. You have a favorite wargame? Let us know all about itYour absolutely favorite wargame, and why it is Monthly geeklists and topicsSome monthly threads (December 2020 editions; is there a meta-thread to subscribe to for new monthly threads?): "Wargames on your table" geeklistSubscribe to this thread to get news of the latest edition: *** SUBSCRIPTION THREAD - Wargames On Your Table This Month Spending more time reading rules than playing games? Subcribe to the Rulebooks on your Table Subscription Thread"Wargame Designer of the month" threadBGG Wargame Designer of the Month Subscription List I'm looking for......the wargame forumhttps://boardgamegeek.com/forum/743498/wargames/general ...a wargame conventionGame Convention Calendar - Not strictly wargames, but a usefull resource. ...a FLGS selling wargamesCheck out: ...a wargame on a specific campaign or warWargames on the Russian Civil War (1917-1922) Other interesting topics and listsUnited by a love of History...I have a feeling I started coming here for the games, but kept coming back for the history. Here are some very interesting and insightful geeklists that go beyond the games that we play: The Hitler Mistakes ...and a love for our hobbyMy Four Years at Avalon Hill Want to develop a little war room envy?Or just convince the significant other that, in comparison, you don’t really have that many games: It’s movie night!Movies That Should Be Required Viewing for Any True Grognard Other interesting geeklists and threads worth visitingHow I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Paper Map This list is far from complete as new content is appearing every day. There are also some subdomain fixtures that don't have a subscription thread: create-a-caption contest, BOOK CLUB, Military History bookshelf. So grab a seat, pour yourself a drink, contribute and enjoy the place. MagazinesGame Magazines - Wiki page on game magazines, with full listing of currently published wargaming magazines. Some have a wargame in each issue, other just have articles - variants (different ways to play your favourite games), strategy articles (tips on gameplay), analysis (why was the game designed the way it was), history, interviews, and other information designed to enhance your enjoyment of the hobby. I hear a lot of negative things about magazine gamesWell, don’t buy a dog, check out the Best Magazine Wargames Other websites of interest to wargamersNow, I would't actively encourage anyone to leave BGG for some of the other gaming websites but here are a few links: Special thanks to sxmpxr for his awesome work putting this FAQ together! |
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