Downfall: Conquest of the Third Reich, 1942-1945*
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Downfall is a two-player wargame about the fall of the Third Reich. One player leads the Western Allies, the other the Soviet Union.
What's it about?
Both sides want to beat the same foe: the Axis. Yet each one aims for its own dominance in post-war Europe. Each player runs two factions. The Western player commands the Western Allies and the OKH, the Soviet player the Soviets and the OKW.
How it plays
- Whoever holds the initiative picks an order.
- They pay the cost by moving their marker along the track.
- Then they carry out the order.
- The new spot on the track sets who goes next.
There is no fixed turn order. The markers also trigger events, weather shifts and new game turns.
What to expect
- An innovative initiative track instead of rigid phases
- A hex map with dice-driven combat
- A long, demanding game for seasoned players
Who is it for?
The game suits patient wargame fans. A single play runs six hours or more. Ages 14 and up, two players only.
Conclusion
If you love historical strategy and long sessions, Downfall delivers. If you want a quick evening, look elsewhere.
Nominated for 4 awards and won 3.
- 👥 2 Players
- ⏱️ 360 - 720 Minutes
- 🧒 14+ years old
- 🧩 Medium difficulty
* We like Downfall: Conquest of the Third Reich, 1942-1945 so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2026
- Position 22 in The Best Games from GMT Games 🇺🇸🏢
- Position 30 in The best games set in Italy 🇮🇹
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