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Battlegroup

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description Battlegroup Overview

Battlegroup is a World War II miniatures wargame published by Iron Fist Publishing. The game focuses on combined-arms engagements at the company level, with players commanding tanks, infantry, and artillery supported by off-table assets. It is noted for its hidden objective system and its Battle Rating mechanic, which tracks accumulating damage to determine when a player's force withdraws. Supplement books cover multiple theaters including the Eastern Front, North Africa, and the Pacific.

help Battlegroup FAQ

Who publishes the Battlegroup miniatures game?

Battlegroup is published by Iron Fist Publishing, a company closely associated with the Plastic Soldier Company. It is heavily rooted in historical World War II wargaming.

How do the hidden objectives work in Battlegroup?

Battlegroup features a hidden objective system where players secretly draw objective cards at the start of the game. This keeps opponents guessing about your actual mission and prevents standard linear slugfests.

What scale of miniatures is used for Battlegroup?

While the rules can be adapted, Battlegroup is primarily designed for 15mm or 20mm World War II miniatures. These scales are perfect for representing company-level tank and infantry engagements across a reasonable tabletop space.

Are the army lists in Battlegroup historically accurate?

Yes, the game is specifically praised by historical wargamers for its historically accurate army lists. The rulebooks strictly outline vehicle variations, troop quality, and support options for specific periods of WWII.

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