Posts Tagged ‘Games’

Crowdfunding Spotlight: Michael Baird’s Folklore Monster Puppets Kickstarter

Posted on June 19th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Puppets if done correctly can be quite brilliant, so with that in mind I’d like to bring this KS to your attention. Coming from a LARP background, big 3D puppets and bodysuits can add so much to the whole ambience of a live game and this kind of …

Gotta love them…..

Posted on June 19th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Wives and girlfriends that is, at least those that understand the hobby and your geekiness.  I admit, I am a little stuck in my ways; when it comes to computer games.  Give me a classic RPG, like Baldurs Gate over … Continue reading

Crowdfunding Spotlight: Havoc Risk Boards Kickstarter

Posted on June 15th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Now, I am a real big RISK fan, so when I saw this project, I really want to get in on the action! Not only do they have a wide variety of different themed boards and accompanying card sets, but there are options for custom etched wooden boards. Normall…

Basic Basing – simple rocks

Posted on June 14th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Matt decides to show  you how easy it is to sculpt basic rocks or rocky terrain.   It just goes to show you that you don’t know what you can do until you try.   Matt has never sculpted rocks before.

Thanks for watching.

Crowdfunding Spotlight: SURRENDER the Bible Board Game Kickstarter

Posted on June 11th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Now, somehow I don’t think this will ever catch on, but at first look at the graphic for this board game, I did think that for some reason this project was something to do with a biblically themed battle (Given the fact it’s called “S…

Wargaming Recon #93: Interviewing Jonathan Part 1

Posted on June 10th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Interviewing Jonathan. Ever wonder what makes Jonathan tick? Listener Aaron Bostian turns the tables, takes the mic, and serves as host for this special episode. Jonathan is in the hot seat while Aaron interviews him about his life and gaming. We hope …

Crowdfunding Spotlight: Aftermath modular terrain Kickstarter

Posted on June 9th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Here’s a good one I forgot to mention, aftermath modular terrain. Looks like a nice simple system that is ideal for all manner of modern, pulp and scifi gaming. Although its a 28mm set, I’d like to imagine  that they would consider a 15mm …

UK Nationals Lists

Posted on June 9th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

In the build up to the Nationals, I find myself in two minds.  On the one hand, there is the part that just wants to go have a good time and play some games. The other part of me is … Continue reading

Wings of Glory from Ares Games

Posted on June 7th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Year 1917. All across Europe, while men face a last-ditch battle in the mud of the trenches, colorful biplanes fly in the foggy sky, gallantly fighting each other as true “knights of the air”.   Take the commands of one of the early flying machines to shoot down your enemy, complete recon missions, and become [...]

Magic the Gathering M14

Posted on June 7th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Each year brings an exciting new release of the Magic: The Gathering Core Set. Brand new cards are introduced, a few favorites return, and the Standard tournament environment is invigorated with fresh ideas for decks. The Magic 2014 Core Set offers impressive cards for Magic players of all experience levels; including a new version of [...]

Crowdfunding Spotlight: Star Bowl Fantasy Football Miniatures on Indiegogo

Posted on June 7th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Hello there folks, I just saw this on frother’s and thought it’d be worthy of a mention (I just hope it doesn’t grass them up by doing so!) Still, what’s the point of publicising something like this on the net! As you can see, t…

Wargaming Recon #92: Building an Affordable Game Table

Posted on May 30th, 2013 under , , , , , , , . Posted by

Building an Affordable Game Table. How to have a game table is a question many gamers posit. Each has specific needs to fulfill in their attempt to obtain their very own game table. Who wouldn’t like to have a flat space on which to command armie…

Slow, but Steady

Posted on May 28th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Well as the title suggest, progress on the models needed for the Nationals is coming along.  I took a break yesterday, as Ran out of glue Using a hand drill on small pieces is killing my hands (Who designed the … Continue reading

Wargaming Recon #92: Building an Affordable Game Table

Posted on May 27th, 2013 under , , , , , , , . Posted by

Building an Affordable Game Table. How to have a game table is a question many gamers posit. Each has specific needs to fulfill in their attempt to obtain their very own game table. Who wouldn’t like to have a flat space on which to command armie…

Grinning Skull Reviews: Triples 2013 photos!

Posted on May 23rd, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

What I can say, is that it was a great day, and my thanks to the guys there for making me and my kids very welcome for the duration of our stay! My kids loved it, as did I and I managed to get myself a few choice bits off my shopping list (more about […

Mission: Nationals

Posted on May 22nd, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Since signing up for the Nationals, I have come to the realisation that I have a mammoth amount of work to do.  If you’ve not been to Warmachine/Hordes tournament, the format is usually 2 army lists, with other criteria determining … Continue reading

Heavy Gear Assault on Kickstarter

Posted on May 21st, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

About a year ago Stompy Bot Productions began developing Heavy Gear Assault.  They managed to keep a lot of the details secret, but just about everyone realized the game was going to be influenced by Heavy Gear Arena.  I have been waiting a long while to find out about all the details.  I’m happy to let [...]

Wargaming Recon #91: Aaron Bostian and How Wargamers Can Give Back

Posted on May 16th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Aaron Bostian blogging at the Fancy Wars. Aaron shares the many ways that he gives back in his community. Jonathan discusses the 3 mile walk he is doing on May 18, 2013 to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis. You can DONATE HERE. We also discuss: Listener …

Crowdfunding Spotlight: All Quiet on the Martian Front Kickstarter.

Posted on May 14th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

OK, next up is the fantastic looking new Alien Dungeon produced KS, All Quiet on the Martian Front. A wargame that brings together Pre WW1 earth with HG Wells inspired alien invasion. This is another 15mm scale gameset and accompanying miniatures, with…

Crowdfunding Spotlight: All Things Zombie: Final Fade Out. Indiegogo Campaign

Posted on May 14th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Dedicated 15mm wargamers will already know about Two Hour Wargames, current crowdfunding project, but for those who don’t, i’ll enlighten you…. This is of particular interest to zombie wargamers, whichever scale (28mm or 15mm) The ATZ…

Through Gamer Goggles 2013-05-10 14:06:18

Posted on May 10th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Magic the Gathering: Modern Masters Booster Display   Reprints of popular cards for the Modern tournament format! Modern Masters is a large set of reprints from Eighth Edition through Alara Reborn. Modern format tournaments are played around the globe, from Friday Night Magic to the Pro Tour, and players have been clamoring for reprints of [...]

Imported Playstation Games

Posted on May 2nd, 2013 under , , , , , . Posted by

Tomsche

Thanks to that lovely site called Play Asia, I managed to get my hands on some coolish, nerdy, my kinda geek games for the various Playstation portable devices.First of all, I finally got the Saint Seiya Omega Ultimate Cosmos game for the Playstation P…

Malifaux 2nd Edition is Coming

Posted on May 1st, 2013 under , , , . Posted by

Malifaux 2nd edition is coming! If you want to be one of the first to play it and provide input, we’ll be having a public Beta for your shuffling pleasure. (More details on the Beta below.) What are some of the features of 2nd edition to look forward to? Streamlined, Updated Ruleset. Clarified rules interactions [...]

Wargaming Recon #90: Henry Hyde Editor of Miniature Wargames now with Battlegames

Posted on April 29th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Henry Hyde Editor of Miniature Wargames now with Battlegames. Henry Hyde reveals lots of amazing news to the Wargaming Recon audience before anyone else! Editor Henry Hyde is back to discuss the upcoming release to his book, the Wargaming Compendium, a…

Pathfinder Cards: Shattered Star Face Cards

Posted on April 19th, 2013 under , , , , , , , , . Posted by

Pathfinder Cards: Shattered Star Face Cards $10.99 Give life to your NPCs with the Shattered Star Face Cards! More than 50 key characters fill this gorgeously illustrated deck designed for use with the Shattered Star Adventure Path, but suitable for use in any fantasy roleplaying game! Each card includes the character’s name, his or her [...]