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SGS Avalanche: Relive the Intense Italian Campaign of WWII

Immerse yourself in SGS Avalanche, a historical strategy game that meticulously recreates the pivotal Italian Campaign of World War II. From the initial Allied landings in Sicily (Operation Husky) on July 10, 1943, to the final Axis surrender on May 2, 1945, experience nearly two years of intense warfare on the Italian peninsula. This grand strategy wargame features over 1200 counters, representing regimental-sized units, with each turn representing a week of this crucial but often overlooked theater of WWII.

Axis Powers: Defend Italy and Delay the Inevitable

As the Axis commander, mirroring the role of German Field Marshal Albert Kesselring, your primary objective is to stall the Allied advance. Command German reinforcements and the forces of the Royal Italian Army (initially) and later, the fascist Italian Social Republic, and hold key territories to the last man. Successfully delaying the enemy impacts the "liberation mark," influencing your path to victory. Keep the "liberation mark" low to win. If it reaches 100, you will lose. Can you hold off the Allied onslaught and change the course of history?

Allied Forces: Conquer Italy and Liberate Europe

Take command of the Allied armies, led by British General Harold Alexander and later American General Mark Clark, and utilize a diverse coalition of American, British, French, and other Allied forces, including co-belligerent Italians and the Italian resistance. Your mission: liberate Sicily and advance swiftly through mainland Italy, capturing vital objectives, especially Rome. The faster you conquer, the greater your chance of victory. Manage your diverse forces, anticipate German resistance, and secure key strategic locations in this challenging turn-based strategy experience.

Epic Scenarios and Historical Depth

SGS Avalanche offers a range of scenarios covering key moments of the Italian Campaign, ensuring endless replayability. Experience smaller scenarios focused on iconic battles like Cassino, Operation Husky (the Sicily landings), Anzio, Salerno, and the liberation of Corsica. Dive into medium-sized campaigns covering critical phases like the "Winter Line" battles, the "Race for Rome" in the spring of 1944, and the final Allied offensive along the Gothic Line in April 1945. The heart of the game is the Grand Campaign scenario, spanning 96 weeks, allowing you to command Axis and Allied forces from the Husky landings to the fall of Milan. Experience historical events and difficult decisions that shape the war.

Strategic Gameplay and Realistic Challenges

The Axis forces must leverage their tactical prowess, defensive positions, and occasional reinforcements to slow the Allied advance. Utilizing adverse weather and rugged terrain to your advantage, can you mount a fighting retreat against overwhelming odds? As the Allies, you must strategically secure key objectives early on, maintain supply lines, and manage unit fatigue while pushing through entrenched defenses. Time is of the essence to win the campaign.

Dynamic Events and Alternate History

The game's event and card system ensures high replayability, allowing you to experience a wide range of diplomatic, military, political, and economical situations. Explore alternate scenarios – can the Axis retain Italy's allegiance, or can the Allies secure greater support from their high command through strategic victories? Tailor your choices and shape your unique Italian Campaign, diverging from historical outcomes. This combination of strategy, history, and alternate history provides a deeply engaging gameplay experience!

Game Details:

Estimated Playtime: 1 hour to many hours.

Favored Side: None.

Hardest to Play: Allies.