Berg called the game a family hatchback compared to the Maseratis of the wargaming world but concluded that Ancients was "a pretty good way to introduce the uninitiated to our obsession. It's fast, furious, fun that ends quickly, and leaves you wanting more. Bill Banks has managed to keep it simple without becoming overly simplistic." Other reviews and commentary Battleplan #7 (Aug-Sept 1988) Fire & Movement #70 Fire & Movement #88 References External links 3W games Board wargames set in Ancient history