Battlegroup: Kursk

About this board game

Battlegroup: Kursk is a two-player games system for re-creating the epic battles around Kursk in 1943 on the Eastern Front. Written by veteran games designer Warwick Kinrade, the rules aim to deliver a fast, fun, and authentic-feeling experience.

Designed for 15mm and 20mm (1/72nd) scales, the game brings the opposing forces of the campaign to the tabletop. The included army lists cover German Panzer and Infantry Divisions, alongside Russian Tank Corps and Rifle Divisions.

Players can explore a series of scenarios or take part in the short campaign The Inglorious 12th July, which focuses on the savage tank battles at Prokhorovka. This provides a structured way to experience one of the best-known clashes associated with the fighting around Kursk.

• Four detailed army lists for German and Russian forces
• Scenarios covering battles around Kursk
• The short The Inglorious 12th July campaign
• Comprehensive equipment data and extensively researched background
• A modelling and painting guide for 15mm and 20mm forces

Alongside its battlefield rules, Battlegroup: Kursk offers extensive historical and equipment information. The background material and comprehensive data support the game’s focus on an authentic-feeling portrayal of the Eastern Front.

A comprehensive modelling and painting guide section rounds out the presentation, helping players prepare forces in the supported scales. With its detailed army lists, scenarios, and campaign format, Battlegroup: Kursk is built around the dramatic armoured and infantry battles of the Kursk campaign.