THE LAST SUCCESS

The Last Success is an operational Napoleonic wargame published by Operational Studies Group (OSG), depicting the 1809 campaign against Austria—when Napoleon faced his first major setbacks against Archduke Charles.

Overview

• Publisher: Operational Studies Group (OSG)

• Series: The Library of Napoleonic Battles

• Type: Operational hex-and-counter wargame

• Players: 2

• Language: English

• Complexity: High

Historical scope

The game includes four major battles of the 1809 campaign:

• Abensberg

• Eckmühl

• Aspern-Essling

• Wagram (+ bonus Teugen-Hausen scenario)

These scenarios cover operations from April to July 1809, highlighting the clash between Napoleon’s army and a modernized Austrian force.

Game system

• Scale: 525 yards per hex / 1 hour per turn

• Command system based on leaders and corps structure

• Optional card system adding events and variability

• Focus on maneuver, command, and operational timing

The design follows the tradition of detailed operational Napoleonic simulations, emphasizing realism and decision-making depth.

Components

• 3 large maps (34" x 22")

• 560 die-cut counters

• 2 booklets (rules + study guide)

• 20 player aid cards

• resource charts and tables

 Note: Universal card decks (French / Coalition) are not included.