One-hour Wargames

About this board game

One-hour Wargames is a miniature wargaming rules collection for 1–2 players, designed to deliver a complete game in around 60 minutes. Its compact format addresses two common obstacles for wargamers: limited time and limited space.

The book contains eight all-new sets of simple rules covering periods from Ancient history through World War II. Every ruleset is intended for a 3ft x 3ft battlefield, making it practical to play on a normal dining table or living room floor.

Instead of requiring large armies or lengthy preparation, One-hour Wargames uses a small number of miniatures. This makes it suitable for new gamers, veterans exploring a new period, or anyone looking for a quick evening game when a friend visits.

Thirty scenarios are included and can be played using any of the rulesets. They provide ready-made tactical situations and objectives, so you can spend less time designing a battle and more time playing it.

• Eight simple rulesets spanning Ancient to World War II periods
• Thirty scenarios with tactical situations and objectives
• A compact 3ft x 3ft battlefield
• Rules requiring only a small number of miniatures
• Sections covering campaigns and solo games

With its focused scenarios, minimal space requirements, and modest miniature needs, One-hour Wargames offers an approachable way to get armies onto the table. It was released in 2014 as a practical option for short, accessible wargaming sessions.