The study of Wargames based on HLA

Wargaming, as an important type of warfare model or simulation, is used to revolve the interplay of human decisions and the following events affected. In order to reuse the existed technologies and resources, a new approach of designing wargames based on HLA is presented. The wargame elements consist of the system structure, maps, Time Management, umpires and warfare units. Furthermore, a prototype system is portrayed to illustrate how to design these elements. By linking wargaming with lessons of exercises, mathematical analyses, history and current operational experience, decision-makers could gain more balanced understanding of the reality of modern warfare.