Onslaught (board game)

Onslaught is a strategic board wargame published in 1987 by TSR, Inc. The game simulates the Allied forces' campaign in Western Europe during World War II, starting from the D-Day landings in Normandy and culminating in the crossing of the Rhine River.

Onslaught

Publishers	TSR, Inc.
Publication	1987; 38 years ago (1987)
Genres	Board wargame
Players	2
Setup time	10 minutes
Playing time	90–120 minutes
Chance	Medium
Age range	12+
Skills	Strategic planning, resource management, tactical movement

Contents

Onslaught is a game in which the Allies of World War II push from the beaches of Normandy in June 1944, and ten months later cross the Rhine river.^[1]

Reception

Norman Smith reviewed Onslaught for Games International magazine, and gave it 5 stars out of 5, and stated that "This game is just what the hobby needs at the moment: a solid design that serves as an excellent introductory game and also a superb game for regular wargamers. It plays well solitaire and can be played in an evening."^[1]

Reviews

• Casus Belli #46 (Aug 1988)^[2]