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Les Ludovores · 28/06/2026
Assault Red Horizon 41 - Revised Edition
Par Sound of Drums GmbH
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Fin de campagne : 06/07/2026
Fonds récoltés : 55 845 €
Welcome to the Late Pledge of Assault – Red Horizon 41: Revised Edition
This edition marks the relaunch of the acclaimed tactical war game that immerses players in the dramatic early stages of Operation Barbarossa (June–October 1941). A clash of titans – the German Wehrmacht and the Soviet Red Army locked in a desperate struggle with infantry, artillery, and armoured forces.
This new edition refines the system and significantly expands the experience, combining historical depth with playability, streamlined rules, and enhanced components.
What´s New in the Revised Edition
- Optimised Rules v2.5: Comprehensive revisions ensure smoother play, faster resolution, and greater clarity. The core mechanics remain familiar but have been refined for balance and accessibility. Find a draft version and changelog on our website here.
- Expanded Game Material: New elements such as fortifications, obstacles, and minefields provide fresh tactical challenges. Tactical air support and off-board artillery support are now fully integrated into the ruleset, adding depth and variety to battlefield engagements.
Completely Redesigned Artwork: All visual elements have been thoroughly overhauled, delivering a sharper, more immersive presentation on both counters and maps. Additional we developed and upgraded the map boards with important symbols to aid the players during their actions.
Whats in the Box?
- Nine geomorphic maps
- 700+ beautifully illustrated counters
- 44 unit cards
- 60 formation cards
- 48 Tactical Air and Off-board Artillery Support cards
- 42 command cards used to introduce leaders and hero behaviour
- Assault Game System v2.5 rulebook
- Scenario book with 32 challenging scenarios
- Revised dynamic campaign system: Crossing the Narew
- 14 customised dice
- Player aids and much more
Game Mechanics and Rules
The Assault Game System remains fully modular, offering a wide range of scenarios and playstyles:
- Find a latest version of rules v2.5 here
- Scenarios & Formation Cards: In each scenario, orders of battle are determined randomly via Formation Cards (infantry, artillery, armour/vehicles). This ensures variety and replayability, as forces differ in every playthrough.
- Command Points (optional rule): Units are activated by Command Points, secretly assigned each turn. Since only about 75% of available units can act, players must set priorities – a mechanism that both streamlines play and heightens tension.
- Logical and intuitive marker system: Hexes are limited to one unit counter each (exceptions for transport), with minimal use of command or status markers. A simple double-sided marker system speeds up the gameplay.
- Customized Dice: Players resolve their attacks and defense actions with our color coded customized dice.
- Game Flow: Planning activations in advance accelerates the Action Phase, ensuring a fluid and engaging game without unnecessary downtime.
The Campaign Game: Crossing the Narew
June 1941: Operation Barbarossa begins – the largest land operation in history. Over four million soldiers stand ready, with Moscow as the ultimate prize. Speed and power are essential, and the River Narew lies directly in the path of the advancing German forces. In this campaign, players take the role of company commanders from either the German 7th Infantry Division or the Soviet 13th Rifle Division. Across four interlinked battles (24th–25th June 1941), they must seize or defend critical river crossings, mirroring the historical struggle that shaped the encirclement of Białystok.
Dynamic Campaign System
The Revised Edition continues to feature the innovative Dynamic Campaign System, now enhanced by the new rules and material:
- Battles are linked, with the outcome of one engagement shaping the set-up of the next.
- Players command historically accurate formations from Eastern Front regiments.
- With eight branching storylines, campaigns offer exceptional replay value and narrative depth.
Assault – Red Horizon 41: Revised Edition delivers a sharper, faster, and richer tactical wargame – with new content, polished mechanics, and fully reimagined artwork.
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Timeline & Manufacturing
At the time of the initial launch of crowdfunding, almost all print files of "hardware" components will be ready, though there still remains continued proofreading of the rules.
We are providing this timeline to help provide the best possible transparency and present our plans for the production and delivery of your pledge. To aid in keeping our supporters as up-to-date as possible. We will purpose to provide updates every two weeks.
We are confident in our process and working with our established partners for manufacturing and fulfillment to ensure we stay on schedule. However, delays can and sometimes do happen due to unforeseen circumstances. We will do our best to mitigate these should they arise.
With all that is stated above, please remember that this timeline is not a guarantee but a solid plan that has been worked out with our team and manufacturer.
We are very thankful for your support, which allows us to create and publish this unique and high-quality game. We could not do this without you and your passion for the hobby.
Timeline:
15th of July 2026 - crowdfund campaign finished and late pledge manager opened
End of July 2026 - late pledge manager opened & transfer of print files
Mid of September 2026 - finalizing manufacturing
End of September 2026 - product in transit to fulfillment centers
End of November 2026- delivery & fulfillment
Note 1: Due to the uncertain situation in the Red Sea, shipping to the fulfillment centers may take 2 weeks longer.
Note 2: Wolfgang and Erich are a great design team. Together with the printer we had sample of all components in our office for approval and we are currently fine-tuning the files. For example, we have a very solid and well thought plastic inlay.
Partners
Partners
A huge thanks to Wingo, our print production partner who provides excellent quality. The team of Wingo and we had a constant flow of exchange of samples and together with their excellency and know how in printing, we will provide you with the best possible result.
Another huge "thank you" to all the YouTube channel owners, bloggers, and social media influencers. You’re not only important to Sound of Drums, but to the hobby as a whole.
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