5-37 Formal/Informal

Narrator: When conducted formally, wargaming is a disciplined, interactive process that examines the execution of the friendly courses of action in relation to the enemy. When conducted informally, it may be as simple as a "what if" conversation between the commander and staff. Wargaming relies heavily on the operational judgment and experience of the participants. Whether formal or informal, wargaming attempts to foresee the action, reaction, and counteraction dynamics of friendly versus enemy courses of action.