Crowbar! The Rangers at Pointe Du Hoc*

On June 6, 1944, at 7:09 AM, a commanding voice called "Crowbar!" over the radios of the Ranger flotilla's command ship, signaling the start of a daring assault by 225 men on the cliffs at Pointe Du Hoc. Their mission was to land on the Normandy beaches and destroy six heavy artillery guns threatening American forces, all while facing fierce resistance and trying to set up roadblocks to delay German reinforcements.

As they faced intense challenges and heavy losses, the Rangers, led by Lieutenant Colonel James Earl Rudder, persevered and successfully accomplished their objectives. Brecheisen! The Rangers at Pointe Du Hoc is a solitaire wargame that recreates this historic attack, utilizing a dynamic system that emphasizes fast-paced decision-making and the risk involved in the assault. Players must achieve their goals quickly while dealing with unexpected events and German counterattacks.