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The article previews the upcoming Warhammer Age of Sigmar Battletome: Maggotkin of Nurgle, detailing new lore, miniatures, and rules for the Plague God's armies, including new units, characters, and game accessories, along with upcoming book releases and expansions.
In response to changes on X, formerly Twitter, under Elon Musk's ownership, many tabletop creators and fans are migrating to Bluesky, a new social media platform. Bluesky offers content curation tools and moderation protocols that align with the community's ethics, attracting users disillusioned by X's rise in hate speech and misinformation. The platform has grown significantly, with tabletop creators and companies like Paizo and Critical Role establishing a presence. While Bluesky's growth is promising, concerns about its ability to maintain community and stability remain.
Mantic Games is collaborating with 343 Industries to release a new Halo miniature game in 40mm scale, set to launch later this year. The game promises detailed models and an authentic tabletop adaptation of the Halo universe. This announcement marks another venture into the miniature gaming space for the Halo franchise, following previous titles like Halo Ground Command and Halo: Fleet Battles. Fans of the series and miniature gaming alike are anticipating further details, which are expected to be revealed in March.
343 Industries and Mantic Games are set to release a new Halo miniatures combat game in September, featuring 40mm Spartan miniatures. The game aims to be accessible for both beginners and experienced tabletop gamers and will be available directly in retail stores without a crowdfunding campaign. Mantic Games has a history of successful licensed games, and the new Halo game is expected to be competitive and thrilling. This will be the third Halo miniature game after previous versions by Spartan Games, which ceased production in 2017.
Bryan Ansell, co-creator of the Warhammer franchise and a key figure in the development of Games Workshop, has passed away at the age of 68. Ansell was instrumental in the creation of Warhammer Fantasy Battle and the growth of Games Workshop into a major force in the gaming industry. His contributions helped establish the enduring popularity of the Warhammer series, which continues to thrive in both tabletop gaming and various media adaptations. Tributes from industry figures highlight his significant impact on the Warhammer community and the world of gaming.
Bryan Ansell, the co-creator of Warhammer Fantasy Battle and former managing director of Games Workshop, has passed away at the age of 68. Ansell was instrumental in transitioning Games Workshop from a distributor to a leading manufacturer of tabletop games. His legacy includes the creation of the iconic Warhammer Fantasy Battle game with Rick Priestley and Richard Halliwell. His death coincides with a resurgence of interest in Warhammer's original setting, The Old World, which is expected to see a reboot later this month. Games Workshop has yet to comment on his passing.
Bryan Ansell, a pivotal figure in the tabletop gaming industry and the man who transformed Games Workshop into a leading miniature wargame manufacturer, has passed away. He was instrumental in the creation of Warhammer Fantasy Battle, which became a cornerstone of Games Workshop's product line. Ansell also co-founded Citadel Miniatures and later Wargames Foundry, contributing significantly to the 'Oldhammer' community and the broader wargaming culture. His legacy continues to influence the world of miniature wargaming.