We sent these tips for WWII gaming to Roleplaying Tips way back in the day.
Whether you’re playing GODLIKE, GURPS WW2, Weird Wars, or D20 Modern, World War II is a challenging and rewarding environment for roleplaying. The action is non-stop, but the heroes are, more often than not, very human. Their vulnerability makes their risks and courage all the more heroic–and their fears make their mistakes and cruelties all the more tragic.
But no World War II game should just be a series of firefights. Don’t pass up the opportunity to use this unique setting to its fullest. Here are a few tips.