I am excited to announce that as of today, Wargame Explorer Studios has launched its first ever wargame, The Dirty Half Dozen. The game is a 6-on-6 skirmish commando game with the basic premise of "Mordheim meets World War Two".
Download The Dirty Half Dozen Here
What Is the Game Like?
Squads:
You can play…
Woodland Scenics, a company that has been around for a long time selling miniature scenery to model railroaders, is trying to get into the miniature wargaming scene with its new c. I have long been a fan of Woodland Scenics, being a big fan of model trains myself (as I've talked about here on The…
The Adepticon 2024 Warhammer reveal show was last night, and it was a hot mess. There was some very cool stuff, and there was some very mediocre stuff, and all of it was wrapped up in a bundle of a ton of unnecessary talking. Overall review: Not Enough Models, Please Shut Up.
I don't know…
I've been dealing with a long bout of depression. I've had clinical depression--major depressive disorder--for over a decade, but the current depressive episode has been ongoing for a little over two years. It hits in the afternoon and lasts until bedtime. It's miserable. I hate it. It saps all joy of doing things and takes…
The Wargame Explorer has always been a website that is dedicated to learning new things, trying new games, and being my own personal exploration of the wargaming community at large. But recent issues, predominantly with the way that Google algorithms deal with hobby websites, have caused me to take a step back and reevaluate the…
I haven't been posting my hobby streak much lately, but it's still going on (or, at least, I'm still painting; I'm not posting pictures as I should.) But my current obsession is with the nastiest green faction, the Maggotkin of Nurgle. This started a long time ago (I truly believe that EVERY Warhammer painter dabbles…
So there's a solution to Games Workshop scalping that is stunningly easy: just... print more books. Now hear me out:
The End and the Death: Vol III Limited Edition on eBay
Imagine eagerly waiting for the release of a Games Workshop limited edition book, only to find it sold out within minutes, and then reappearing on…
We all know Warhammer, Bolt Action, and Star Wars: Legion, but what about the more unusual wargame settings? Have you ever ventured beyond the familiar stomping grounds of the grim darkness of the 41st millennium or World War II? The world of miniature wargaming is a vast and vibrant one, teeming with niche periods and…
When I started designing The Dirty Half Dozen, my Mordheim-Meets-WWII game that will be released in the next few months, flavor was the main driving force behind the design. For me, flavor behind a wargame is everything: if it has poor rules but good flavor then I can forgive a lot. If it has good…
TL;DR: Enjoying miniature wargaming on a budget is achievable by choosing cost-effective games, buying second-hand miniatures, creating DIY terrain, and using economical painting supplies. Leveraging online resources, engaging in community swaps, and smart shopping are key. Prioritize essential purchases, share resources with fellow gamers, and tap into digital tools for savings. Embrace the hobby's social…