Battles of Napoleon: Volume I – Eylau 1807 – Gamefound Limited Edition

Battles of Napoleon: Volume I – Eylau 1807 – Limited Wooden Box Edition is a deluxe collector’s version of Sound of Drums’ tactical Napoleonic wargame on the bloody winter battle of Eylau.

This limited edition includes one copy of Battles of Napoleon: Volume I – Eylau 1807 together with deluxe extras in a sturdy wooden box. The official publisher listing includes the mounted map, 5 Sound of Drums cotton bags, and customized dice; the original Gamefound LTD Deluxe version was described as including the game and all add-ons in a wooden box.

The game itself portrays Napoleonic warfare at a tactical scale, focusing on command timing, formation coordination, fatigue, and the interaction between infantry, cavalry, artillery, and terrain. Players use an interactive chit-based command system where the timing of formation activations is central to the battle. Infantry must shift between line, column, and square, cavalry can threaten decisive charges, and artillery can punish exposed or dense formations.

Special rules for Eylau add the distinctive character of the battle, including snowstorms, Russian Cossacks, the French Guard, and the possibility of launching a massive cavalry charge. This edition is especially suited to collectors, Napoleonic wargamers, and players who want the most complete presentation of the first Battles of Napoleon volume.

Publisher: Sound of Drums GmbH
Series: Battles of Napoleon
Players: 1–2

Boardgamegeneral Advice

Battles of Napoleon: Volume I – Eylau 1807 Deluxe Edition (Wooden Crate) is the ultimate collector’s edition for serious Napoleonic wargamers and discerning boardgame collectors. It offers the same outstanding tactical gameplay as the standard edition, but adds premium components—including exclusive upgrades and a handcrafted wooden crate—for a truly deluxe experience. Highly recommended for dedicated enthusiasts who want both a superb battlefield simulation and a centerpiece item for their collection.

Playing time: Approx. 180 minutes
Age: 14+
Complexity: Medium
Product Type: Limited collector’s edition of a standalone tactical wargame
Contents include: one copy of Battles of Napoleon: Volume I – Eylau 1807, wooden box, mounted map, counter trays, special/customized dice, Sound of Drums cotton bags, and deluxe add-ons.