1565: Siege of Malta

1565: Siege of Malta recreates the dramatic struggle between the Ottoman Turks and the Knights of Malta during one of the great sieges of the 16th century. Part of Worthington’s Great Sieges series, it focuses on command decisions, limited resources, and the pressure of holding or breaking fortified positions.

The game can be played by 1 or 2 players, with strong solitaire support for either side. Elite units, limited musketry, Turkish artillery, siege tower use, and command decision cards give the siege its character without making the game overly complex. With a play time of around 30 to 60 minutes and a listed complexity of 3 out of 10, this is a good fit for players who want a historical siege game that sets up quickly and plays cleanly.

Publisher: Worthington Publishing
Players: 1–2
Playing time: 30–60 minutes
Complexity: 3 / 10
Solitaire suitability: 10 / 10
Format: Great Sieges series board wargame.

Contents include: box, hard mounted game board, two sets of troop markers, two sets of solitaire cards, command decision cards, two field order books, rule book, custom plastic storage tray, and dice.