Paper Wars 93 :

Paper Wars is a quarterly wargaming magazine published by Compass Games, known for in-depth reviews and a complete game included in each issue.

Issue #93 features Wagram 1809: Napoleon’s Last Triumph, designed by Ty Bomba.

Magazine content

• Full-color magazine (Compass Games era)
• Around 6+ detailed game reviews (new and classic titles)
• Strategy and historical articles
• Publisher news and previews
• Scenarios, designer notes, and optional content

👉 Core editorial focus:

• wargame reviews
• historical analysis
• Compass Games ecosystem

Included game: Wagram 1809

A tactical-level simulation of the Battle of Wagram (1809), often seen as Napoleon’s last major victory.

Key features

• 1–2 players (solo adaptable)
• Playtime: ~3 hours
• Scale: tactical / grand-tactical
• System: alternating activation

Components

• 34” x 22” hex map
• 228 counters
• ~12 pages rulebook

Gameplay system

• Each hex = ~875 yards
• Two-day battle + night turn
• 4–6 turns per day depending on fatigue and morale
• Division-level maneuver units

Victory conditions

• French: offensive posture
• Austrians: sudden death possible (Danube crossing)

Article highlights (identified examples)

• Historical features (colonial wars, Civil War, WWII Eastern Front)
• Coverage of Compass titles (e.g. Amerika Bomber, The Korean War)
• Add-ons and variants (including solitaire rules