Historical Tabletop Games News & Reviews

A book titled "Rome's Conquest of the East" from the Hail Caesar series is prominently displayed, featuring a colorful illustration of ancient warriors in battle, including a mounted figure in a purple cloak. The book cover includes the subtitle "Fighting the Battles of the Mithridatic Wars of 88-63 BC with Model Soldiers." Next to the book, there is a miniature figure of Julius Caesar, depicted in early Roman armor, holding a sword and standing on a small base with grass.

Conquer the East with Warlord Games' New Hail Caesar Supplement

Warlord’s Games’ new Hail Ceasar supplement, Conquest of the East is now available.In stores and shipping from Warlord Games, Conquest of the East contains exhaustive details on the Mithridatic Wars of 88-63 BC. These details include the historical background behind Mithridates VI’s struggle to hold back the inexorable Roman army as it consumed Asia and the Hellenistic world. The book also contain...

4mo ago

Three multi-part British and Canadian winter infantry figures are depicted in a snowy landscape. The central figure, with short blond hair, is holding a rifle and wearing a brown coat, while the other two figures are dressed in winter gear, one carrying a set of explosives and the other holding a sidearm. The bases of the figures are adorned with patches of snow and tufts of grass, enhancing the wintery scene.

Warlord Games

Warlord Games Preview New Bolt Action British and Canadian Winter Infantry

Warlord Games have treated us to a preview of their forthcoming British & Canadian winter infantry. These new, multi-part figures are set to form the core of Warlord’s brand new British range. As with all of Warlord’s infantry frames, there are six bodies on each of sprue of British Winter infantry, and each is in a different pose. Each is wrapped up warm and snuggly in various items of winter...

4mo ago

A dramatic illustration depicts a divided scene representing the conflict between Nazi occupiers and the French Resistance in Paris. On the left, a stern Nazi officer in a military uniform stands prominently, while on the right, a woman with dark hair and a determined expression symbolizes the Resistance. The background features a chaotic urban landscape with smoke and flames, and the word "LIBERATION" is boldly displayed across the center, emphasizing the game's theme.

François-Gilles Ricard

Liberation is Coming to Kickstarter

François-Gilles Ricard is preparing to liberate Paris. Described as an ‘intense asymmetric game’, Liberation is a deck-building game which pits the Nazi occupiers of Paris against the French Resistance. Players can choose to play either of the protagonists before vying to ‘resist and rally the population’ or ‘silence the rebellion’. Players can also enjoy standalone Scenarios or go all-in with an ...

4mo ago

The image features the title "1918" prominently displayed in large red letters, with a stylized barbed wire graphic beneath it. Below, the subtitle reads "A First World War Miniatures Game" in bold black text. The background showcases a blurred battlefield scene with soldiers and military equipment, enhancing the historical theme of the wargame.

WarFulcrum

Only One More Week to Back 1918

The Kickstarter for WarFulcrum Games’ 1918 ends in only seven days. This campaign features the rulebook, miniatures and a modular trench system for this WWI, combined arms wargame. The rulebook, entitled 1918: Spring Offensive, covers ‘the first half of that final year on the Western Front’. Available in hardback and as a digital PDF, the 215-page rulebook will be full-colour and fully illustrated...

4mo ago

A detailed model of the M3 Grant medium tank is prominently displayed, featuring a camouflage paint scheme with earthy tones. A miniature figure of a soldier wearing a helmet and goggles is positioned on top of the tank, adding a dynamic element to the scene. The background features the bold, stylized text "WARLORD" in vibrant red and yellow, enhancing the overall visual impact.

Warlord Games

Hit the Road with Warlord Games

Warlord Games have placed a fleet of WWII U.S. vehicles on pre-order.This tranche of new Bolt Action beauties includes the M15 multiple gun motor carriage, jeeps and the M3 Grant medium tank. Cast in resin and metal (with the exception of M3, which is plastic), each of these vehicles includes decal sheets, Bolt Action vehicle stat cards, and vehicle damage markers. They can be purchased individual...

4mo ago

A full-colour book titled "Armies of Great Britain" features a dynamic illustration of British soldiers in combat, set against a backdrop of rubble and destruction. The cover prominently displays the title "BOLT ACTION" along with the subtitle "Armies of Great Britain" and indicates it is the third edition. To the right, a miniature figure of Captain John Henry Cound Brunt is shown, adding a collectible element to the book.

Warlord Games

Bolt Action Armies of Great Britain Now Available for Pre-Order

Warlord Games’ new Armies of Great Britain book is now available for pre-order.Described as ‘your essential guide to collecting and playing British forces in Bolt Action’, this 112-page, full-colour book will cover infantry, artillery, vehicles, and more. Historical background, unit profiles and national special rules are also included. Copies of Armies of Great Britain purchased from Warlord Game...

4mo ago

A miniature figure of Lieutenant-General Sir Adrian Carton de Wiart VC is depicted in a dynamic pose, raising a revolver in one hand while wearing a military uniform complete with a long coat and a peaked cap adorned with insignia. The figure stands on a circular base featuring tufts of grass and earthy terrain, emphasizing a battlefield setting. The detailed paintwork highlights his facial features, including a mustache and sunglasses, capturing a spirited and commanding presence.

Warlord Games

Warlord Games Unveil Their New Soldier of Fortune

May is almost upon us, and that means it’s time for Warlord Games’ new Soldier of Fortune.Revealed today on the Warlord Games website, May’s Soldier of Fortune is Lieutenant-General Sir Adrian Carton de Wiart VC. For those who don’t know who that is (as I didn’t), de Wiart was a Belgium soldier who fought for the British army. By the end of his career he’d fought in the Boer War, First World War, ...

4mo ago

A collection of multi-part plastic miniatures representing US Airborne soldiers in early war, reinforced M42 jump uniforms. The figures are posed in various action stances, showcasing a range of weapons including rifles, submachine guns, and a bazooka, along with additional gear like magazine pouches and a signal lamp. The miniatures are set on grassy bases, highlighting their detailed sculpting and variety within the thirty-man platoon.

Warlord Games

Warlord Games' New American Airborne Now Available

Warlord Games have released their new US Airborne. These new multi-part plastic miniatures are sculpted in their early war, reinforced M42 jump uniforms. As is the standard for Warlord Games’ plastics, each sprue sports plenty of options, including various torsos, heads, kit and weapons. These include the M1 Garand and Carbine, Thompson and M3 SMGs, BAR, M1919 Browning light machine gun, a M1903A4...

4mo ago

Salute

Ten Hut! The Best Miniatures and Demo Games from Salute, Part Two

Hello and welcome to this, the second part of my top ten exhibitors at last weekend’s Salute.As detailed in the previous instalment, this year’s Salute was the first that I as able to enjoy as a punter. Previously I had only attended the show as a member of staff for one exhibitor or another, but this year I was able to take my time to browse each stand, chat to venders and catch up with friends i...

5mo ago

Salute

Ten Hut! The Best Miniatures and Demo Games from Salute, Part One

The biggest event of the UK’s wargaming calendar, Salute took place this past weekend, and I’m pleased to have been in attendance. However, this year’s Salute was very different for me. Whilst this was, by my reckoning, the eighth Salute I’d attended, it was my first time as a punter. Previously I’d been working for one publisher or another, and whilst I can’t deny I really enjoyed working Salute ...

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