This is my favorite Commander Series game. I always hoped DVG would come out with Field Commander Game based on The Russian Civil War, using many of the mechanics from Napoleon.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
That would be fun.
@HeavyH2006
3 жыл бұрын
FCN is one of best solitaire games if you are a Napoleonic fan. Knowing that’s it’s very difficult to find good AI solitaire Napoleonic games. It’s a very accessible, low complexity, solid production quality and great value. It was one of my first purchases when I started up wargaming. Big thanks on your review!!
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Much appreciated.
@Nangwaya
3 жыл бұрын
I really like this game too. I agree, the way the battle plans are written and explained, can be confusing and feel clunky, but overall, this game is just awesome. Lots of gameplay in the box, and it is not easy, at least for me, to try and match or exceed what Napoleon did. Probably the best solitaire game I own.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed. Great game!
@tomfrattarelli1365
3 жыл бұрын
i agree with you . the game is lot of fun . i ran into the same issues with some gray areas attacking or moving in certain situations. wish the rule book was a couple pages longer with more precise direction. rumor is DVG is working on a US civil war game incorporating rules from Napoleon. looking forward to it .
@codycarlsonph.d.5591
3 жыл бұрын
That would be awesome!
@vincec5260
3 жыл бұрын
Hey mate :) How do you know about the ACW game?
@tomfrattarelli1365
3 жыл бұрын
forgive me i can’t remember exactly but it was on another post or video about the napoleon game. personally i feel it could be a perfect format for another great solitaire game.
@vincec5260
3 жыл бұрын
@@tomfrattarelli1365 Might have something of interest for you :) :) Are you on Facebook or something?
@danflashes2
3 жыл бұрын
Great review! This is my favourite solitaire game. I agree with your points about the rulebook and need for “house rules”, but once you understand the dynamics it’s fantastic. As you mention, the real strength of this game is the variety of campaigns, and how the game switches up the rules to recreate these campaigns. For example, the Russian campaign has a die roll for weather which will whittle down your army, and in the Spanish campaign you have to deal with uprisings alongside the belligerent armies. This variety is what keeps me coming back. Looking forward to more reviews in the field commander series!
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir!
@ForgottenArmy1944
3 жыл бұрын
Bourbon Dynasty joke 👌🏼 10/10 channel
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Ha! Thanks!
@timoseppa9124
3 жыл бұрын
Good period appropriate music in the intro... Why can't I remember what it is? Great choice. Help me out here. Fur Elise, just got it. Beethoven is intertwined with Napoleon.
@codycarlsonph.d.5591
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed
@johnf285
3 жыл бұрын
Ya know, ya might not need that bottle of Pepto that’s near your computer’s mouse if you stop drinking those large cups of coins.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Ha! What can I say. Even board game reviewers get the shits every now and then.
@timoseppa9124
3 жыл бұрын
I got this 6-12 months ago and played through all the campaigns. Really enjoyed it. Looking forward to finding time to playing it again. Not sure what your rules issues were. Seemed clear to me. 2-3 hours? 60-90 min for me. I'd often want to set up the next scenario and go again. This game is a 9, maybe a 10 for me. All of the scenarios were beatable with the Russia one the toughest - lost that on the first try or two. Enjoyed your other channel too. Where do you teach?
@codycarlsonph.d.5591
3 жыл бұрын
Currently I’m at Salt Lake Community College as an adjunct, but looking for something full time.
@skinflutey
3 жыл бұрын
I had field commander Rommel and was disappointed. I didn’t like how the supply system was used it made the invasion of France harder because of that. The quality of the chits were poor, they were unevenly cut and I had one or two have one side of the chits flake off. Finally there is only three scenarios with Rommel, France 1940, Africa, and D-Day. I’d say try it before you buy it.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Looking forward to checking that one out.
@skinflutey
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheDiscriminatingGamer you’re welcome.
@robertthurman9866
3 жыл бұрын
Corsair Leader is highly recommended.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard good things about it.
@mikolajwitkowski8093
3 жыл бұрын
I played all the games in the series and the problem I have with Napoleon is how random and nonsensical are AI moves on the map. Rommel is probably the best in this respect. Also it is much faster. Alexander is quicker too, but has similar issues. Nimitz is a mess at the moment but at least they're working on it.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Interesting.
@skinflutey
3 жыл бұрын
With your copy of Rommel did you have any issues with the quality of the chits?
@mikolajwitkowski8093
3 жыл бұрын
@@skinflutey they are not great, but also not the worst.
@skinflutey
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikolajwitkowski8093 yea I had quality issues with mine.
@balfake3117
3 жыл бұрын
I watch TDG for the jokes.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
And hopefully the folksy wisdom.
@eggius
3 жыл бұрын
Best jokes in the bizz.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Danke! Did you hear about the mathematician who’s afraid of negative numbers? He’ll stop at nothing to avoid them.
@eggius
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheDiscriminatingGamer 🤣
@meenki347
11 ай бұрын
@@TheDiscriminatingGamer What is President Biden's favorite automatic bed? The Nap o' Lay On.
@Sadar21Osasuna
3 жыл бұрын
Great review and good to see another solo Napoleonic game with a campaign mode :) What is the price point? Edit: great Bourbon joke!
Also what would you say is the best Napoleonic game? Waterloo campaign 4rth ed? Or Elmos last stand 2 reprint remastered edition?
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
I haven't played Elmos last stand 2, not familiar with it. I really liked Columbia's Napoleon: TWC 4th Edition. I am also a big fan of Coalitions - more of a negotiation/wargame from Phalanx now on KS. C&C Napoleonics is still a favorite of mine as well.
@varovaro1967
3 жыл бұрын
When can we see your collection? 😉
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
When I find a new place to live and I can get my collection out of storage?
@landonbohinc8146
3 жыл бұрын
Yo. Combat commander pacific? U have? Play? Gud? Also what do you think are the best 4 or more player games? Top 3 I guess? Thx. Great channel
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have not yet played CCP. Best four or more player games? Wargames specifically or just games overall? War Room, Twilight Imperium 4th Edition, Battlestar Galactica.
@landonbohinc8146
3 жыл бұрын
Oooh as much as I’m dying to play them there’s no way I could ever find anyone to do so with me. Any a little simpler? They don’t have to be TOO simple.
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
War of Whispers is great. Civilization: A New Daw (with expansion). 1775: Rebellion.
@landonbohinc8146
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheDiscriminatingGamernoice thx. 1775 just went out of stock but hope to get a copy one day
@davedogge2280
3 жыл бұрын
Did you hear what Napoleon's mother made him for pudding ? .. .. ... ... Lemon marengo pie
@TheDiscriminatingGamer
3 жыл бұрын
Ha!
@martafdez6761
3 жыл бұрын
I really don,t like the spanish and russian army flags in counters. Totally anachronistic. I prefer Rommel. Like for your videos...
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