World at War: Death of the 1st Panzer

About this expansion

World at War: Death of the 1st Panzer is a two-player expansion for World at War: Eisenbach Gap, released in 2008. It places the hastily assembled 1st Panzer Division in the path of a continuing Soviet attack.

The initial Soviet forces have suffered heavy losses, but the fighting has also left the American armored brigade shattered across the hills of the Eisenbach Gap. With the Soviet onslaught still advancing, the West German force must attempt to halt the red horde.

The scenario highlights the 1st Panzer Division’s mixture of vehicles and capabilities. Its forces include Leopard I tanks, Marder Infantry Fighting Vehicles, tank destroyers, and a small number of lethal Leopard II tanks. Whether this combination can stop the Soviet offensive is left for players to decide.

• Players: 2
• Setting: The Eisenbach Gap during a continuing Soviet attack
• Featured West German forces: Leopard I tanks, Marder Infantry Fighting Vehicles, tank destroyers, and Leopard II tanks
• Expansion: Requires or expands World at War: Eisenbach Gap

World at War: Death of the 1st Panzer expands the original World at War battles with a new confrontation centered on the remnants of the American brigade and the desperate German defense. It was later reimplemented in Eisenbach Gap Deluxe, which includes a new printing of the board and counters.

For players seeking a focused World at War battle between an advancing Soviet force and a hastily assembled West German division, this expansion offers a direct question: can the 1st Panzer Division’s varied armored force survive the assault?