Traces of Victory

About this board game

Traces of Victory is a 1–2 player, hex-based simulation of the U.S. Third and Seventh Armies’ operations in eastern France during November 1944, with an approximate playing time of 360 minutes.

Set against the fighting of November 1944, the game represents the forces involved at the scale of regiments and battalions. Units come from the French, German, and American divisions that took part in the operations, giving the battlefield a clearly defined historical setting.

Each Game-Turn covers two days of real time. Actions unfold through a chit-draw system, creating the game’s operational rhythm while using the same core rules as earlier releases in the Traces series.

The rules also account for important battlefield conditions. Weather and fortifications are included as part of the simulation, adding further factors to the eastern France operations without moving beyond the game’s focused historical scope.

• Simulation of November 1944 operations in eastern France
• Hex-based play for 1–2 players
• Chit-draw system and core rules from the previous Traces releases
• Regiment- and battalion-level units from French, German, and American divisions
• Rules covering weather and fortifications

Released in 2025, Traces of Victory offers a substantial two-player experience centered on the operations of the U.S. Third and Seventh Armies. Its long play time and detailed unit scale make it a focused choice for players interested in a simulation of this specific November 1944 campaign setting.