[Raellus]

I run a PbP so 2D works well enough for me. I use Google maps to plot out engagments. I use the symbols and such provided as markers. The birds-eye view doesn't always give the best indication of available cover and concealment so I have to use my best judgement and fudge a bit. The limited zoom in some places (like Poland) can be a bit of a challenge too.

If I ran a FtF game, I'd probably buy some miniatures or something. When I was a kid I used 1:72 scale figures and used WWII model AFVs for stand-ins.