Fighting Formations: US 29th Infantry Division

Fighting Formations: US 29th Infantry Division is a standalone entry in GMT’s Fighting Formations series, focusing on the “Blue and Gray” division from the aftermath of D-Day through the battles in France, the Low Countries, and into Germany.

Designed at a platoon-and-squad scale, the game emphasizes combined-arms warfare where infantry, armor, artillery, and support assets must be coordinated carefully to succeed. Each scenario places one player in command of the 29th Infantry Division, while the other leads opposing German forces across a range of historically grounded engagements.

At the heart of the system is its dynamic initiative mechanic. Instead of fixed turns, players spend from a shared initiative pool to issue orders, react to enemy movement, and seize momentum. This creates a fluid battlefield where timing and decision-making matter as much as positioning and firepower.

The game includes a wide variety of scenarios and maps, capturing the evolving nature of the Western Front—from the hedgerows of Normandy to the more open and fluid battles later in the war. Asset cards such as artillery, air support, and demolitions add tactical flexibility without turning the game into a traditional card-driven system.

As a standalone title, this volume includes everything needed to play, while also expanding the broader Fighting Formations system with new units, terrain, and scenario-specific rules.

Contents include: multiple large maps, extensive countersheets, scenario booklets, player aids, asset cards, dice, and full rulebooks.

This title is a great match for players who enjoy detailed tactical WWII gameplay with a strong emphasis on command decisions, realistic unit interaction, and historically grounded scenarios.