Gary Grigsby and Operational Wargaming

Campaign scale, logistics, unit detail, and the evolution of operational computer wargames.

Curated by Tronsoft Museum

Exhibit Overview

Campaign scale, logistics, unit detail, and the evolution of operational computer wargames.

Exhibit Focus

  • Historical context and release chronology
  • Core mechanics and interface design
  • Developers, publishers, and platforms
  • Influence on later strategy games
  • Preservation priorities and research questions

Collection and Preservation Plan

This exhibit belongs to Gallery 2: Computer Wargames and SSI.

Planned Collection

  • Box art and packaging
  • Manuals and reference cards
  • Maps, scenario material, and screenshots
  • Contemporary advertisements and reviews
  • Developer interviews and design commentary