Wargaming Design Workshop – Advanced

Aim:

• Recap basic wargame design tools and learn to model strategies as well as tactics which model DDA-related scenarios and war dynamics.
• Gain a deep understanding of the rules and mechanics, as well as the connections with NATO doctrine, which influence gameplay.
• Encourage collaboration and communication between the participants through group games.
• Develop innovative strategies and solutions for complex situations within the game.
• Experiment with modifying the existing rules and mechanics to create new experiences.

Objectives:

• The participants will demonstrate improved strategic planning and execution in complex scenarios for Scandinavian Mountains, Carpathian Mountains and Julian Alps.
• The participants will work effectively in syndicates, using operational and tactical knowledge with enhanced communication and teamwork skills.
• The participants will analyse and adapt their tactics based on specific game situations, improving their decision-making processes.
• The participants will develop and present innovative approaches to challenges in current operational and tactical NATO solutions.

Activities:

• Design, work in syndicates, play.

Trainers and mentors:

• US Naval Postgraduate School Team.

Participants:

• Experts / Operation Planning Teams from NATO MW COE FN/SN.
• Experts from NATO member countries.
• Ranks from OF-3 to OF-5 from the Community of Interest.

Pre-requirements:

• None

Event fee:

• None

Project Officer:

• OF-3 Mojca FLERIN DREVENŠEK
  Concept Development & Experimentation Branch Staff officer
  e-mail: mojca.f.drevensek@mwcoe.org

Administrative issues:

• Lunch can be served at the MW COE only if requested in the Application Form (self-paid, approx. 9 EUR)