The Battle of New Market

The Battle of New Market recreates the Battle of New Market (Virginia), May 15th, 1864, during the American Civil War. The battle is best known for the participation of the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) Cadet Corps, whose charge became one of the iconic episodes of the campaign.

Game Type

Historical tactical wargame — American Civil War.

General Information

• Players: 2
• Playing Time: approximately 180 minutes
• Recommended Age: 12+
• Language: English
• Current edition / printing: Blue Panther edition

Game Scale

• Turn Scale: approximately 6 minutes
• Hex Scale: 40 yards
• Elevation Scale: 40 feet
• Unit Scale: Company / Squadron / Section

Box Contents

• One large-format game map (22" × 34")
• Two counter sheets (around 300 counters)
• Rulebook
• Introductory rules booklet
• Union Order of Battle sheet
• Confederate Order of Battle sheet

Gameplay Feel

This title delivers a traditional hex-and-counter tactical experience, emphasizing:

• battlefield positioning,
• terrain exploitation,
• coordinated attacks,
• operational tempo.

Its focus on a lesser-covered Civil War engagement gives it a distinctive place among historical tactical wargames.