Memoir '44

Card-driven Second World War tactical game — command squads across historical battle scenarios in 45 minutes.

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What is Memoir '44?

Memoir '44 is Richard Borg's card-driven Second World War tactical game, published by Days of Wonder in 2004. Two players fight historical WWII battles on a hex-tiled board, using command cards to activate units on the left, right or centre. It uses the same 'Command & Colors' system as Battle Cry (US Civil War) and Battle Lore. Over 25 official expansions cover most of the European and Pacific theatres.

Quick facts

Category

Board Games

Type

Individual

Players

2–8

Where played

indoor

Country of origin

🇫🇷 France

Estimated origin

2004, Richard Borg (Days of Wonder)

Olympic

No

Popularity

niche

Sources & provenance

Last verified 2026-08-24.verified