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Historian Jon Peterson traces wargame evolution from chess to D&D

This article explores the historical evolution of wargames, tracing their origins from ancient Indian games like chaturanga to modern tabletop role-playing games. It highlights how early games like chess were seen as tools for studying statecraft and leadership. The discussion details advancements in game design, such as the introduction of scaled maps and realistic unit representations, which moved wargames closer to simulating actual combat scenarios. AI

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RANK_REASON The article discusses the history of wargames and their connection to strategy and game design, which is not directly related to current AI developments.

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