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The Battle of Borodino: Napoleon in Russia 1812

John Young

1972 · 2⁠–⁠2 players · 180 min · ages 12+

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How many players

For 2 to 2 players.

  • 2 players

Weight and time

Medium-light: 2.1 on BoardGameGeek’s five-point scale. A game takes 180–180 minutes, for ages 12 and up.

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  • BoardGameGeek6.7/10149 ratings
  • BGG rank8,045thamong all games

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How to play The Battle of Borodino: Napoleon in Russia 1812

Mechanics

  • Dice rolling
  • Hex grid
  • Zone of control

Credits The Battle of Borodino: Napoleon in Russia 1812

  • DesignJohn Young
  • ArtRedmond A. Simonsen
  • PublisherSPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)

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Game details The Battle of Borodino: Napoleon in Russia 1812

Year published
1972
Players
2–2
Playing time
180–180 minutes
Age
ages 12+
Weight
2.1 out of 5
Designer
John Young
Publisher
SPI (Simulations Publications, Inc.)

Frequently asked questions The Battle of Borodino: Napoleon in Russia 1812

How many players is The Battle of Borodino: Napoleon in Russia 1812 for?

For 2 to 2 players.

How long does a game take?

180 to 180 minutes.

What age is it for?

Ages 12 and up.

Is it an expansion or a standalone game?

A standalone game: everything is in the box.

Can two people play?

Yes. It plays with 2–2.

Sources: BoardGameGeek (game data and box photos, as of 2022). As of November 14, 2026. · Ta strona po polsku