Answered at 11:54 PM January 13, 2010 by Guy Wise

My son got Axis and Allies Battle of the Bulge for Christmas. HE LOVES IT! I don't think the simulation is as good as it could be, though.

Answered at 8:11 PM November 2, 2009 by ken_y

Anybody tried adapting the Lego rules for historical battles? What scale IS Lego, anyway?

Answered at 9:45 PM October 26, 2009 by Pappy

Like the Lego idea.

Answered at 6:49 PM October 16, 2009 by Guy Wise

Along the lines of miniatures, does your son like Lego (is there a 7-year-old boy who doesn't)? Check out the Brikwars web site. Its free (downloadable) rules for using Lego figures, vehicles and weapons for combat simulations.

Answered at 9:35 PM October 15, 2009 by Pop

Though "Dungeons and Dragons" is not necessarily historical your son might like it. You can do all the heavy calculations as and create a fun adventure for your son and his friends. Dungeon-master

Answered at 9:05 PM October 15, 2009 by Doc

Does he like to play with toy soldiers? Have you investigated miniature rules?

Answered at 12:06 AM October 13, 2009 by Dad

The combat system in the "Axis and Allies" series is pretty simple and doesn't require math. The single battle versions, Guadalcanal and Battle of the Bulge, are basic enough for a child. The games are long, though, and an adult definitely needs to sort through the rule-book and help the child with some of the rules.

Answered at 7:45 PM October 12, 2009 by Dadadena

The "Wings of War" series requires just simple addition of single digt numbers, certainly within the reach of a modern 7-year old. The WWI sets allow for more interesting dogfights. Invest in the basic set and a few of the miniature planes. Having an actual plane to move around is much more fun than using the printed cards that come with the set, even for adults.

Answered at 7:31 PM October 12, 2009 by Cool Daddy

My World War II favorite is "Memoir 44". It was designed as a family game, but really has the feel of more complex war games. The combat dice have printed symbols instead of pips and combat resolution is quick and easy. It's a great opportunity for the young military historian to learn about D-Day and the subsequent battles.

Answered at 7:10 PM October 12, 2009 by Dear Old Dad

Stratego is a good game with simple rules. You can get Civil War themed sets.

Answered at 8:32 PM October 9, 2009 by Jazz

Like, why do you want to play wargames with your kid? What happened to Candyland?