TDG: Cody's Top Ten Napoleonic Games

[@simonweinberger7720]

When I was much younger we managed 3 full campaign games of Empires in Arms over a 3 year period. Utterly fantastic "Diplomacy on steroids" type game but a massive commitment for 7 people.... Don't think I'll get back to that until I retire. Also hearing really good things about the new Hexasim Last Eagles games for the Grognards out there

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

That sounds like fun. I’d like to hit EIA at some point.

[@shomerfuckingshabbos]

Most immersive board game I've ever played. Nothing even close.

[@shomerfuckingshabbos]

Speaking of EIA.

[@johnsakelaris7]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer Empires in Arms can be good for its scenarios for those of us who are not going to be doing it is the campaign game format.

[@LLiivveeeevviiLL]

It's a good game which deserves a 2nd edition. A lot has happened with gaming since the 80's so I firmly believe that there is much to do with the rules (not to mention the artwork).

[@johnbrown7858]

Cody, thank you for posting this list. I knew nothing about Napoleonic games. These games look interesting and great during a different part of world history. I saw your WW2 list. It was fine. I knew however you would get your block knocked off for that list. Don't let the haters win.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you, sir. Much appreciated.

[@kondor99999]

Can’t believe not a single one of the incomparable grand tactical La Bataille series is here. I’m playing La Bataille d'Auerstædt with my 9 year old and we love it. Really captures the feel of tactics in this era. Try it! There’s a reason it’s still around for over 40 years.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Perhaps I shall at some point. Thanks for the recommend.

[@alanshackelford6450]

"You are not going to see a lot of hex and counter games here."

[@Mephisto707]

Napoleon’s Triumph is a masterpiece once you fully comprehend the system, which is not easy as you need to read the designer notes to make sense of why most of the rules are what they are.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Interesting. Thanks.

[@TheLoyalcitizen]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer Not only the best, but also the most beautiful. No dice and no randomness makes it entirely unique.

[@jotkd77]

Dr. Cody, really appreciate your in depth analysis of these games. I am using them in my college courses as part of a pilot program that was based on the Army War College's use of games for education. thank you again!!!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

That’s awesome! Happy to help.

[@jscantone]

Love your reviews and your sense of humor. Much appreciated.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you. I appreciate your comment.

[@stephanegrimard2687]

I got all the command and colors and Napoleonics its a blast.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Great game.

[@PhD777]

You failed to mention two of the best: #2. Napolen at War, SPI (1975) - a simple yet superb quad-game that really conveys the feel of the battles as described by participants and (better) historians. #1. Napoleon's Last Battles - Designer's Edition, SPI 1976, with the Command Magazine counter variants (more "historical" less "balanced/gamey") - a masterpiece of elegant simplicity, where timing, use of terrain and allocation of forces is critical! It's a truly fabulous game - especially with the aforementioned counter variants! It was great to see Napoleon from Columbia Games! Still have my original 1972 copy! Still love it! Did not care for CnC Napoleonics - too many historical inaccuracies derived from regurgitated hearsay and lack of research. Sold it within a week.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Too bad. I love C&C Napoleonics. I don't play games for historical accuracy - I want a game not a sim. But, to each their own.

[@lopezmt5]

Wonderful list. I have Avalon Hills Napoleon 1st edition. This was the first block game I ever played. I loved the fog of war aspect of the game. I’ve not played Columbia Games 4th edition.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I think you'd get a kick out of it.

[@StratfordWingRider]

I'm not surprised Command and Colors is number one. They are really fun games. They look a bit dry when you first look at the rule book and scenarios, but it just plays so well. Plenty of tense moments and replay-ability too.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. Great system.

[@nialls1048]

I can’t believe I’ve been too busy to sit back and enjoy YT recently. I missed this video which I’ve been waiting for for some time! Great video as always and please continue to upload content that interests you, no matter what people say. Thanks. C&C Napoleonics is my and my dad’s favourite game, we’ve played all the different nations expansions and are going to play the 5th and 6th expansions soon. I’d recommend them so far just to get some variation and to see how the different nations’ mechanics work.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@aaronbryant5610]

Great list, Cody. Don't let the haters get you down!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@grantross2609]

no mention of AH's massive WAR AND PEACE tho...... took me all my time back in the day just punching & bagging the counters !

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Ha! Haven't played that one but heard good things.

[@weprintplastic]

Glad to see you still making great videos... I second... third... fourth... what others have said... ignore the haters! You bring great humor and entertainment to our board game community. I also just love Commands & Colors games, and in particular Napoleonics is my favorite. It just has so much nuance that is baked right into its simplicity. It is very much a table top miniatures game in a box, which is an achievement in itself! Great stuff... gonna go watch your Top 10 WWII games next. Cheers!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Fantastic! Thanks!

[@larryjex215]

Don't worry about the haters, Cody! Really enjoy your take on games and bringing us a good cross section of games for us to check out!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you. Much appreciated.

[@ernestmacmurray1716]

love your humor thx for your top ten ,,,,,,,but at some point you need to try Empire in Arms .......................

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Will do. Thanks!

[@lannes-ey7xw]

Great list. I might have switched a few around but they are all on the top 10 list. Getting close to your top games of the year list. Always a good watch.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Oh, man. I gotta start thinking about that!

[@Malbeefance]

Okay, so what is your opinion of Avalon Hill's Empire In Arms? This is my favorite Napoleonic war game. I know it is a long game and requires much book keeping. However, I love the victory point bidding system and the need to acquire victory points to stay dominant. This system allows any of the seven player powers to win the game. Another major plus, for me, is the tactical chit selection system. With superior chit selection, a disadvantaged army has a chance to defeat a more powerful one. And if the optional rules for naval battles are used, these become more engaging. I think the game allows for great replayability. Although the time to set-up and extreme length of the game are major negatives for most gamers. I'd like to know your opinion.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Haven’t played that one. Eagerly awaiting the reprint.

[@bunniesandbeheadings3336]

Now that I, Napoleon has come out id love to see your review of that! Also I’m going to shamelessly steal your French Revolution joke lol

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYGVlaGMn5ySY7c

[@GGdeTOURS37]

Waiting for the 7th expansion of CCN! Some many videos to make about this universe! TY to share our great passion of CCN!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Absolutely! Glad you liked the vid!

[@romandacil3984]

Kind of Surprised that you didn't have Wooden Ships & Iron Men or Avalon Hills war & Peace on that list.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Why?

[@romandacil3984]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer War and Peace covered most of the Napoleonic period that you could either play scenarios of the actual battles with what ifs or as a Grand Campaign from 1805-15. Rules were simple to follow and the hexagonal map was like the 3rd Reich Map. Best to play 2 player but possible to play with 6 players. Good Solitare game that I took with me to South Korea. I even used the different coloured counters in the MERP system to represent Angmar-Rhudaur-Cardolan-Arthedain & Lindon. Wooden Ships allowed for ship to ship battles from the American revolution to the Napoleonic Era that allowed a degree of realism which was hard to find in a Naval battle games for the time. I have similiar one for the Civil War period called IronClads. Another one I have is War of !812 by Columbia Games with the Blocks which is a quick enjoyable 2 player game. While not a board game but a series of Computer games. Hpssims (John Tiller Games) does a lot of turn based Napoleonic-Civil War ect games that give the feel of a board game.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

@@romandacil3984 They sound like great games, but I was wondering why you were surprised. I haven’t played every game in the genre - or maybe in even most. Everybody’s top ten is different based on their experiences and tastes. I’m not saying these are the all time best games in the genre, just my top ten. Thanks.

[@romandacil3984]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer Good point, I assumed that you had War & Peace as it is a classic game and you had another one with the same title. My bad on that. It was an interesting list. My experience is more from the older Avalon Hill Games.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

@@romandacil3984 There's a lot of those AH games I'd like to take a crack at. Maybe one day.

[@morojo1967]

Well done Cody! I always enjoy watching your video and recommendations. I, too, agree with your #1 choice... great game and I also like "Napoleon In Europe" as my #2. Keep up the great work!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@DRU3U3]

Those subtle jokes you made at the beginning of the video are a good way to get ahead in life

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Ha! Thanks!

[@ItsJustJerFromJersey]

Ive been waitin for this list! Next theme i wanna try.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks.

[@hadzhere]

looking forward to coalitions very much! thanks to your previous video i backed it

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Happy to help!

[@christianvansomeren3760]

A top list! I second the recommendation for Napoleon 1806 and Napoleon 1807, they are very streamlined and lots of fun, right up your alley I think.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks. I’ve been looking at those titles.

[@e-4airman124]

I am with you on C?C!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. Great game.

[@fcc8509]

Have you tried The Napoleonic Wars from GMT. There are two editions but both are out of print. They've been playtesting a 3rd edition.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Eagerly awaiting the new edition. Never played it.

[@MikeADee]

As a side note the PC version of Victory and Glory: Napoleon has the tactical battles of Napoleon in Europe.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Very interesting. I did not know that.

[@e-4airman124]

always interested in Napoleonic games

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. Great topic.

[@Tombonzo]

Another Great list, Cody! Thanks! And I think you should do a top 10 (or 5) of your best Commands and Colors games.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Maybe I will one of these days.

[@grodd1016]

I dipped my toe in to Napoleonic games this year when I backed 1815, Scum of the Earth kickstarter. Looks like a fun 2 player card game.

[@StackingLimit]

I backed this too. Looks like a great game!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Could be good.

[@davidbarr9343]

Totally ridiculous that you have received "hate" mail because of your honest opinion. Listen man, just don't give the "plonkers" (British slang, Google only fools and horses) a moments thought. I really appreciate your time and effort, just like other channels that give the public an insight into games before hard earned cash swaps hands. Onwards and upwards! Love the channel, carry on.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you, sir. Appreciated.

[@edwinhernandez6627]

I need Robitussin Cough Medication at 5:17 .😮‍💨 😄👍

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed.

[@carthaginean]

The original Waterloo by Avalon Hill holds up very well for me. And Waterloo by Phalanx Games is fun also. Amazing how many there are.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. Thanks!

[@jpotter2086]

Good list. So many Nappy games .... I got 2 more today!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Fantastic! Thanks!!!

[@varovaro1967]

Great list, thank you.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you.

[@jackstalica7732]

Phalanx’ Age of Napoleon is brilliant.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. Great game.

[@GB-333]

Great idea for a top 10

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@greyone40]

Fascinating. I have been away from board wargaming for over 30 years. I only have a few left on the shelf. The only game I recognized from your list was number two, by Columbia games. I have an old copy from the Avalon Hill issue. The box you show has the logo on it which is exactly the "Gamma Two Games" logo, who I believe were the original publisher of the title. I also have the Quebec 1759 of their line. It's nice to see the good graphic quality in games these days. The components just look so much nicer in general compared to the old games from the seventies.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks. The box on the thumbnail is actually from DVG Games. You are correct. We are experiences a golden age of games. Hope you get a chance to play some more.

[@michaelgonos3165]

Really good list. I would have added the one that got me started: A-H’s ‘War and Peace’

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

@@michaelgonos3165 I’ve heard good things about that one, but haven’t played it. Thanks!

[@MikeEllwood]

Thanks for this, your review just made me buy 'Coalitions' before it was too late! 👍 Yes C&C Napoleonic's is great! Wait until you try the expansions for 'Generals, Leaders & Tactics' as well as 'Epic'! Soon to be also 'Major Battles', takes it to another level. We are intending to be playing the Epic and Large Battles as a Demonstration (drop in - drop out game) at WellyCon 2025 in Wellington New Zealand (yes named after the Duke of Wellington, unfortunately I'm very much in the Emperor's camp though lol). You should come for a visit ? 😁 I have the original Napoleon in Europe and we do love it, don't get it out enough, 5 player game is fantastic.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I’d love to visit NZ someday, but we’ll see. In London now and going to Paris in a few days to visit the emperor.

[@thunderccr5056]

Check out “La Grande Armee” by Georges Blond. A very good and detailed book on the Napoleonic wars! I wonder what Napoleon would have thought or said about all the books and games created about his exploits! Great video Cody! Thanks🙂

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you.

[@davidbarr9343]

Just knew it was going to be commands and colours (British spelling). Never played the Napoleonic game but just love commands and colours ancients. Great system!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. It's a great series of games.

[@andrewrowland5109]

You had me at Napoleonic's! 🖤I am really attracted to C&C Napoleonic's. Worried I wouldn't be able to stop at just the first in the series! $$$ If I could dream, I'd take all the top ten! I am curious about Pub Battles too, and the other honourable mention, obviously! lol Great fun selection!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@johnsakelaris7]

I especially like some of the Empires in Arms two-player scenarios. A year seems to be incomplete if cannot befuddle my friend with a choice of operational chits in that game.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Sounds like a fun game.

[@karlkartesianum]

merci pour tes vidéos que je visionne avec plaisir you need to test Napoleon Saga if the theme is one of your favorites I guess it is available in the US

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks.

[@alanshackelford6450]

Great comments regarding the challenges of incorporating Russia, Austria, and Prussia and meaningful contestants.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you.

[@hairbrainedgames3127]

Great list. If you ever get your hands on Maneuovre from GMT, that's a fun, very *light* game in this vein that you may enjoy. Kind of Napoleonic Chess, so to speak. :)

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I've heard good things about that one. Thanks!

[@Another_opinion_]

Thanks. What about a solo list of Napoleonic games as a project?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I don't think I've played that many solo Napoleon games. But sounds like it'd be a fun list.

[@przemekbozek]

Big thanks for sharing the list Cody, strong titles😁 I still need to check out Nations in Arms ("proper" hex and counter) but also Legion of Honor (this one is more on the RPG side)

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you!

[@StackingLimit]

Excellent Selection of games. More Operational focus than battle focus hence the lack of hex and counter games. This is not a great loss as a focus on battle games would be different. Love the games you have chosen. Going to pick up Coalitions and add it to my collection.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Fantastic! Thanks.

[@zacharyclark3693]

Have you played Memoir 44, by Days of Wonder? It sounds like it has similar mechanics as Commands and Colors (never played those) but it's based off of the invasion of Normandy and liberation of Paris in WWII, and has plastic pieces instead of wood.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Yes. Very familiar with Memoir '44. Richard Berg designed the Command and Colors System, of which Memoir '44 is a part. There are several variations from C&C, from historical games, to sci-fi, to fantasy. Great system.

[@johncantone40]

I used to love napoleon in Europe like 20 years ago

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Fun game.

[@XLEGION1]

Hey Cody: An interesting list for sure and it has got me doing some research on some of your choices. I can see that we probably have completely different outlooks on what we want in a Napoleonic game, but that is ok. For example at least two of your titles would be on my “Napoleonic games never to own list” 😮 Thanks for the info.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Ha! To each their own. Thanks.

[@aaronnickell3717]

Trafalgar Editions' "Austerlitz 1805" and "Waterloo" games are exceptional. Ex. Freakin'. 'Ceptional.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Fantastic!

[@horuslupercal9936]

I've played almost all of the Command & Colors games EXCEPT for Napoleonics. I guess I'll have to break down and give it a try.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Indeed. Great game.

[@brianwolle2509]

have always loved columbias napoleon. i can think of so many ways to expand it. solitaire... two boards... different rooms... troop info withheld... how about different boards for different battles? that should work cuz one edition had different colors for the blocks. so you could do leipzig. now im thinking use boards from tobruk and put markers on for towns. good list btw. commands and colors i want to try.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks.

[@nicolashirtz3975]

Thanks Cody really interesting i do like blocks too and if you have the opportunity to try Napoleon saga based on card driven just make it, vive l'empereur !

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@alexconti7932]

Hi, great list. Have you tried W1815 or Risk Napoleon ? Thank you.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I haven’t. Good?

[@alexconti7932]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer Risk N, I am interested in a seasoned gamer's opinion; W1815, for my taste, is awesome.

[@andrewmcdonagh9699]

I managed to get a copy of C&C Napoleonics, just trying to find the expansions at sensible prices and in stock is a bit annoying. I still have to play it as the last year and a bit has somewhat hindered my gaming. I also backed Coalitions after watching your review, so I am looking forward to that when it’s printed. Have you tried the card game Eagles? I was introduced to it back in the late 90’s. Love the card randomness of the cards and how to play the hand and armies you have. Along with the dice rolling and my luck it can lead to fun and frustration. An eight hit low morale unit surviving every hit only to hold the elite British guards at bay is still a highlight. Along with an interesting campaign mode. It is a great card game.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Haven’t played that one. Sounds interesting.

[@andrewmcdonagh9699]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer it’s another Columbus Games product. They also did the American Civil War card game as well.

[@stevenv9726]

Empires and Arms and McLauhlin's The Napoleonic Wars deserve to be on this list. Perhaps you have not played them, both excellent.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I haven’t played either.

[@alex.s1038]

Thanks for the video. I'm just interested, in what game rules are easier on your opinion? I'm just a beginner and I don't know what is the best game to start with?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

War & Peace was pretty easy, but it is now out of print. Field Commander Napoleon is not difficult, but there is a lot to keep track of. Napoleon Returns 1806 is pretty light. The Waterloo Campaign is easy to learn, as is C&C Napoleonics. You might also want to check out Napoleon 1806, which I just recently played, as it is fairly accessible as well.

[@alex.s1038]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer Thank you so much. I'll definitely try one of them.

[@rockhopper01]

Being an Age of Sail enthusiast, Flying Colors must easily be my favorite Napoleonic-era game. C&C Napoleonics, Fading Glory would be in my top 5. I don’t care for too many block games, but I like the Columbia Games Napoleon in Waterloo as well.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Block wargames aren’t necessarily my favorite, but there are some I really like. Napoleon 4th Edition is one of the best.

[@jimsmith7445]

Hey Cody, Can't give you any shit about your list... not the biggest Napoleonic fanboy. That being said, I have AH's Waterloo (old Coffin box game, back in the day... pre-1970's), AH also put out (to my knowledge) the first block game called Napoleon back in the day. I DO own Field Commander Napoleon by DVG... one of the most beautifully produced game ever! Really love the mechanics. Was overjoyed to hear that you put up C&C's Napoleonic... when I went into Ancients, I bought ALL the expansions... and it's only the $350.00 price tag that has kept me from already owning all that. MAYBE it's the whole "column" thing, and all that marching about ("Prussia's Glory" and "Frederick the Great" had a lot of the same thing), that slows me down. ** Would love for you to do a TOP TEN GAMES on "forgotten wars"... Spanish Civil War, Russian Civil War, Crimean War, Sino-Russian War, Boer War.... things like that.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

That’s a great idea. I don’t know if there are 10 “forgotten war” war games that I would rank highly, but now I’ll start thinking about it. Thanks!

[@wartable]

Good list. Would swap Napoleon’s Imperium for #7 (hard pass). Have Risk Napoleon (published only in France. hunted down a copy in Netherlands with Ottoman expansion but have not played yet). Waiting for Coalitions. #2 is fantastic especially with the cards added in and an oversized printed map.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

To each their own. I loved NR1815. Napoleon 4th Ed. is really great, for sure!

[@bmdlone48]

Do you think Field Commander Napoleon would work for campaign use with Command and Colors?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I suppose you could make it work if you really put some time and thought into it. FCN is solitaire, and C&CN is two player.

[@normstewart546]

Nice list. I really like Age of Napoleon, but make sure to use the 2nd edition cards - the designer had a redesign at WBC, but I've heard nothing of it since. I wanted to love C&C, but just can't get past the command artificialities. Shakos' Napoleon 1806 and 1807 are really interesting. I also like the Eagles of the Empire series of battle games.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thanks!

[@boomtaylor8297]

Nepoleons triumph is my all time favourite but I can see why it's limited as it only focuses on the 1805 battle of austerlitz, you can command entire corps and the fog of war effect as they are blocks and no cards or dice, I admit I like these features but not having them in this game and that it works is truly unique

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Interesting. I’ve heard of this game but never played it.

[@markdesjardins5626]

Napoleon 1806/1807....They will DEFINITELY be on your updated list!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Heard good things.

[@SeanRCope]

Going to watch, but before I do. I’ll comment to me, Napoleon’s last battles (quad) and Wellingtons Victory better be in here.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Yikes!

[@Horned_God]

The Napoleonic Wars by GMT was awesome ?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I haven't played it, but heard good things.

[@douglaspearson4853]

I just got the news letter saying the neopriem maps are avaible for a few games Napoleon being one I was wondering if you had it or planned to get it. Its a little expensive $149.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

For which game?

[@douglaspearson4853]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer They had several but I was talking about Napoleon. I would like Napoleon and EuroFront.

[@BrianMarcus-nz7cs]

Hey TEX ,i whish i was out here on rocky Top ,down in valley and the hills, ain't no telephon bills , ps are u any where near Lubbock, buddy , buddy holly , I'm stuck in blighty matey , nice day 😮

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

First rate!

[@davedogge2280]

But the real question is what is Napoleon's favourite No.1 pudding ???? ... ... ... .... ... Lemon Marengo pie. ... .. (that one didn't even deserve a smirk).

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Ha! You!!!

[@AP-514]

War and Peace 7th - coming out on the Computer- Steam and KickStarter

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Awesome!

[@faithlessberserker5921]

I havnt watched the video yet but I already know columbia games is going to make an appearance on this list. Haha. Real fans of you know.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Danke!

[@JohnSmith-zv8km]

was thinking about getting back into board war gaming but I am put off by the crazy prices

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Some games are not cheap, for sure. Other are more reasonably priced. It depends on what kind of games you want.

[@terry7907]

“Not going to see a lot of hex and counter games here.” The condescension, it burns.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Not at all. I like hex and counter games, but in the past when I've made videos like this I get a lot of negative comments from because they don't like the games that I do. Usually this is followed by a list of their favorite games that are exclusively hex and counter games. I made the comment so that people who are expecting a list of hex and counter games won't feel compelled to watch the video and post a disparaging comment.

[@jamietouchie1280]

Napoleon 1806 and Napoleon 1807 are both really good games. 1807 is easily in my top 3 war games.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

They look good.

[@genchaos3385]

Cody, I think you missed a really good one. I like NAPOLEON AGAINST EUROPE from Hexasim. Its Grand Strategic 2player Card Driven along the same lines as Paths of Glory(except NAE uses Areas Control and not Point to Point as POG).

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Interesting. I don’t think I’ve heard of that one.

[@workingmanmike]

Commands and Colors! Curious, as this is probably the simplest and fastest of them all and yet very enjoyable. What does this say about our desire for complexity and depth? Is complexity overrated? Hmm...

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

All I know is, it is the most fun game on my list for me.

[@workingmanmike]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer C&C is awesome! Hope to get Nap next. Many thanks for the videos.

[@CK-xh7gn]

Thanks for the good joke on a shitty day

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you. Here's hoping for a better tomorrow.

[@seanobrien798]

I enjoyed Fading Glory from GMT (four battles from Napoleonic 20 series) and Worthington Games The 100 Days and At the gates of Moscow (both I've been told are not too different from C&C Napoleonics, however, I cannot say I have not pay C&C yet) Here's a lame joke: Napoleon almost won at Waterloo, he was just a little short.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Bah! Thanks!

[@edwardllewellyn6204]

I thought Napoleon by Columbia games is great. Like to try Command & Colors at some point.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Both great games.

[@stevepowell6503]

Even though it doesn't fit in a top ten list, I would have added an honorable mention for SPI's "Napoleon at Waterloo". Is it a great game? No. Is it even a good game? Also no. It did, however, serve as the gateway drug to get countless people into wargaming.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Interesting.

[@yveslarochelle101]

Obviously leaving out Zucher series (OSG), War & Peace (both versions) and Nations/Empires in Arms (Avalon Hill/Compass) is understandable, as those are all "bigger" hex and counters games. BUT you should check "The Invasion of Russia" and/or "1813" from Europa Simulazioni which are intermediate complexity games with GORGEOUS components. Cheers from Canada!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Thank you! I will look into them.

[@RiffLair]

Here for the jokes 😂. Nah, love this guy?!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Fantastic! Thanks!

[@alphanerdgames9417]

Napoleon’s Triumph. End of story.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

There was a story? No one told me about a story. I like stories.

[@alphanerdgames9417]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer yes, it’s a story of a gamer looking for the perfect blend of simple rules, complex gameplay and historical emersion that war games usually lack.

[@pm71241]

Hmm... Not a single overlap ... and I even have some light games too. I don't think I have 10 though... But "Empires in Arms" and "Eagles of France" ... and I guess "Napoleon 18xx". (no, not a train game)

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Ha! Too each their own. Thanks.

[@stephanegrimard2687]

I got age of Napoleon never play with it. Do you want it ?

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I appreciate the offer. Right now, I don't know when I'd get it to the table, though.

[@stephanegrimard2687]

If you want it just tell me its a free gift.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

@@stephanegrimard2687 I appreciate that.

[@AP-514]

Your title should be top 10 "Strategic" Nap games. Not 1 tactical among the List...Aka-- Clash of Arms - La Battle Series

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

C&C Napoleon is tactical. And there are several Operational - level games on the list as well.

[@jackstalica7732]

Compass’ Coalition is a mess of a game. Compass is producing 1st edition “playtest” kits. Wait for a 2nd edition for a “cleaned-up” game.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I agree that some more playtesting would have been good. But if you were willing to work around some of the wonkiness, it was fun.

[@jackstalica7732]

Worthington’s War and Peace is crap…worthless.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

I enjoyed it.

[@ryanmlozano]

Coalitions looked so cool, but lost all interest in it when all they crap they added to a $60 game totaled $600+!

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

Really, it was over $600? I hadn't heard that.

[@ryanmlozano]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer for all the added stuff, yeah - it was that or pretty close to that.

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

@@ryanmlozano Seems pricey.

[@srdjanjovanovski3878]

@@TheDiscriminatingGamer It was $270 for the all-in pledge, not $600+, and besides all that was optional - you didn't have to (or rather: "don't have to" since the late pledge is on) buy anything other than the core game :)

[@TheDiscriminatingGamer]

@@srdjanjovanovski3878 Thank you for the clarification.