Ground Zero Games has announced the release of the official Hammer’s Slammers miniatures line. Approved by David Drake himself, you can see the minis here. In addition, check their main catalog for matching hovertanks and combat cars.
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The Cold War (Still) Isn’t Over…
Far Future Enterprises has announced that the first volume of their Twilight 2000 reprint series will be shipping to distributors on March 1. It will contain the complete version 1.0 rules, plus four adventures set in Europe: The Free City of Krakow, Pirates of the Vistula, The Ruins of Warsaw,
New Resource for Military Roleplayers
Have you ever wondered what Army regulations are really trying to say? Wonder no longer. With The 213 Things Skippy is No Longer Allowed to Do in the US Army, you will learn exactly which deeds are most forbidden to soldiers in a modern fighting force. Don’t try these at
Nurse, Give me 15 cc’s of Goblin Green, STAT!
They cost eight bucks a pop, look great when done well, and are sitting in their thousands in the box under your bed. What are you going to do with all those minis? Have no fear, the Doctor is here. Doctor Faust’s Painting Clinic features tutorials, reviews, and how-to articles
New Downloads from Heresy Games
Heresy Games has just posted slick new wallpaper and a sneak peek at the technology of Victoriana. Victoriana sets a new spin to steampunk, highlighting social turmoil and the wonders of magic rather than the tawdry glories of mad science. Now you too can play a halfling abolitionist or a
Steve Jackson Needs YOUR Help (again)
Steve Jackson Games has some new job openings for the aspiring game designer. They are looking for an expert on India to fact-check their manuscript for GURPS India. If you have ever lived there, or have studied the region extensively, send your qualifications to Mr. Andrew Hackard. Also, you ace
Good News for D20 Otaku
Dream Pod 9 has announced a February 10th release date for their D20 Mecha Compendium. It covers mecha for every genre, including fantasy, steam-punk, science-fiction, and modern/near future. Also, in a fit of deranged generosity, they have included D20 stats for all of their in-house mecha designs. “Alright, I’m going
Oh the Wells Fargo Wagon is a-comin’…
Yes, my Limited Edition One-Eyed Jack came yesterday!!! Capable of laying down some heavy firepower (think DI Schmitt or Behemoth II on legs), it may seem a little pricey for a 300-point MechWarrior: Dark Age game. However, at 295 points, you can still afford a green Peasant Company. If you
Will Sketch for MechWarrior LEs
Pete Abrams, creator of Sluggy Freelance, has offered to trade original drawings for MechWarrior LE minis. Although the response has been tremendous, you may still have that one unit he needs. Even if you can’t work a trade, the comic is still worth checking out, if just for the gratuitous
A Sad Day for Lovers of History
Author and historian Stephen E. Ambrose died this morning at the age of 66. Although only ten years old at the end of WWII, Ambrose became that war’s foremost historian with a string of books that focused on the contributions of regular line soldiers instead of their more famous commanders.
For the Power Gamer Who Has Everything
Palladium Books has announced their 2002 X-Mas Surprise Package. Let Kevin Siembieda be your personal shopper as he selects and autographs the perfect gift for that Rifts afficionado on your Christmas list. Palladium guarantees at least $45 worth of product for the $25 list price. While you are ordering, you
Cheese-Eating Surrender Monkeys Now Shipping for GURPS WWII
Return to Honor brings the French to GURPS WWII. Now you too can surrender, then wait for the United States to bail you out. In fact, it’s a little bit like playing a cleric. A rude, arrogant cleric who is into smelly kinds of cheeses. Also shipping from SJ Games:
Yet Another Traveller D20 Post…
Quiklink Interactive is now offering a free 36-page campaign setting and adventure for download at their T20 site. The Linkworlds Cluster contains information about the seven Shanape Link Worlds and multiple Amber Zone adventure seeds, Patron Encounters, and Mercenary Tickets. The setting can be used for any version of Traveller,
Proof That Idle Hands ARE the Devil’s Playground
Forgeworld designer Will Hayes has created a multi-part Epic Space Marine in 6mm. It will be available for sale at Games Day UK only. In addition, Epic Imperial Guard units get some serious ground support with the Marauder Bomber and Destroyer. Also available will be the Imperial Armor Update and
Steve Jackson Games Calls for Fresh Meat (or was that Brains?)
If you enjoy working for free, there are several new job opportunities at SJ Games. First, the Austin, Texas cell of the famed MIB is recruiting. In addition to general PR and demo work, they are sometimes called upon for new product assembly and in-house playtesting. You can contact Adam