Imperial Scramble: A Game of 19th Century War and Imperialism

[CWO Marc]

@aekenter:

The first thing I want to say is that I wish I could post pictures! However, for some reason, the forum does not let me… […] 2. Does it matter to you that it includes a shorter version for 3-5 players that takes only 1.5 to 2 hours (whereas the full version takes 5 hours)?

Thanks for the answer to my question; yes, the answer is nice and clear.

Once you reach a certain number of posts, you’ll be able to post pictures.  I think the number is 10, but I could be wrong.

Having multiple versions is actually a good thing because it gives people more options.

[aekenter]

CWO Marc: Yes, I agree with you about multiple versions. Most of my work has been on the full 8 player version, but I am spending some time now on getting the 3-5 player game up to speed.

To everyone that is interested in the game so far, I wrote a blog post about the game’s most recent play test. You can find it at www [dot] imperialscramble [dot] com/blog. (I can’t post links!!!) You can also find more pictures on that site as well. I hope you enjoy!

[aekenter]

Finally, I can post some pictures! Here are some good ones from the most recent play test.

Here is the starting situation.

Here is the board at the end.

[CWO Marc]

Thanks for the pictures.  Are the sculpts from the Viktory II game?

[aekenter]

I bought the pieces on Amazon from a supplier called Morrison Games. Here is the link. After reading your post though, I checked out pictures of Victory II and found that they look identical. I guess that Victory II buys its pieces from Morrison Games? I don’t know…

Also, I just want to let everyone know that I am planning an online play test. So, if you are interested, please let me know.

[Flashman]

Don’t forget Suez canal opened 1869.

You need to issue shares in the company for player investment.

[ABWorsham4]

I love Victoria Era Europe, looks great.

[CWO Marc]

Another game that might serve as a useful source of inspiration is War: Age of Imperialism, by Eagle Games.

[karinepeter]

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[toblerone77]

@CWO:

Another game that might serve as a useful source of inspiration is War: Age of Imperialism, by Eagle Games.

The Secret Society of Parts Hounds laugh as they deviously strike again! +1 my friend. Never played this one. Though I do own it because I got it for FREE, and had cool parts.

[toblerone77]

@aekenter,

This game to me is not my personal cup of tea. However I really support your endeavor. There are some Youtube videos made by the guy who designed Victory II. He started out making the game himself and he explains how he got it to market. You should look this up.

I wish you luck and hope it all works out.

[CWO Marc]

@toblerone77:

Never played this one. Though I do own it because I got it for FREE, and had cool parts.

Same for me (except for the part about getting it for free).  I particularly like the standard infantryman, with the raised rifle and pith helmet, whose design fits nicely for possible use as a WWII British or French colonial infantry unit.  The size is just right, the detailing is pretty good and there’s a wide range of colours available. The single drawback is the rectangular base, since it contrasts so much with the round bases of the OOB and HBG units.