2003 · Napoleonic

Soldier Emperor: Napoleon's Wars 1803-1815

A strategic wargame covering the Napoleonic Wars in Europe from 1803 to 1815. The map spans Britain to Persia and North Africa to Norway, with areas rated for resources, manpower, and defense. Players command major powers including France, Britain, Austria, Prussia, Spain, Russia, and Turkey, with Persia also represented. Card play drives diplomacy and events, while generals and admirals move armies and fleets between connected areas. Players seek to conquer and hold territory, managing distinctive national strengths, weaknesses, leaders, economies, and military forces. Combat is straightforward to resolve but offers varied strategic choices, and the game supports two to seven players.

groupPlayers

2–7 best 2

schedulePlaying time

240–480 min

cakeAge

14+

psychologyComplexity

2.8 / 5