1775: Rebellion

4-player: Few things are as funny as seeing your Militia partner taking your regulars to a battle, then roll to have their units flee, leaving you there. 2-player: Surprising solid!

Fantastic game. Fast paced and simple to learn but not too simple, and hilarious. People go on about it being swingy and too random, but i like its lightness and it being more tactical than strategic. Playing in teams that can act autonomously and force your teammates pieces to join you is such a funny idea. 1775 is better than 1812 in its variability of play. But i own both and wouldn't get rid of either. I've played 1754 too which is great. It's like a cross between the other two The greatest combat in any game I've ever played - that goes for all of them.

1775 consistently produces some very exciting play from a very simple set of rules. The flavor of the different factions and the custom dice are great. Combined with the event cards and the layout of the colonies and cities, a very thematic experience emerges. The game comes alive! The variable turn order and timing of the Truce cards create a lot of tension. Beautiful, beautiful board and components. It is easy to teach and clicks very quickly. Nice rule book and player aids. Educational, too!

This has stood the test of time, and keep coming back to it. Will always play. Luck of dice usually mitigated by skillful play. Just enough cards, never overstays it’s welcome. Every game is different, due to choices available at setup. Setup facilitated by opening positions printed on board. Definitely a keeper for historical gamers.

This game is a blast. It's fast-paced, compelling, and fun for the whole family, not just wargamers. Combat is epic and always good for a few laughs and groans. Despite the fact that it is relatively light and abstract, the game does an admirable job of simulating the difficult-to-simulate Revolutionary War. The operational choices of the conflict are present, too. As the British, do you isolate New England, or do you employ a southern strategy? How about a pincer move concentrating on the Hudson Valley? As the Americans, do you invade Canada? Through repeated plays with my family, it has never gotten old.