The Weekly Podcast no.308 – Defiance Games, Warmachine Core Book, Avatar Legends Bundle and Epic Warpath Digital

Posted on October 19, 2025 by upturnedtable

Wargames Atlantic’s CEO, Hudson Adams, has revealed his true identity as Tony Reidy, a figure previously associated with two troubled miniature wargames companies, Wargames Factory and Defiance Games. Reidy founded Wargames Factory in 2007/8 with the goal of producing hard plastic figures faster and cheaper using an all-digital tooling process. However, the company faced numerous challenges, including quality issues, delays, and a problematic deal with a Chinese factory owner who eventually took control and rebranded the company. After years of working to pay down debts and process the past, Reidy, under the new identity of Hudson Adams, founded Wargames Atlantic in 2018. His motivation was to build a successful company and, eventually, to make good on the failed Defiance Games Kickstarter. Now, after six years of Wargames Atlantic’s operation, Reidy has announced that the company is in a position to refund the original Defiance Games Kickstarter backers.

Steamforged Games is releasing a new Warmachine Core Book, available for pre-order at $44.99 and releasing on December 11, 2025. This 140+ page hardback includes rules, lore, and artwork for the Iron Kingdoms setting. There are also free Quick Start Guides, Rules-Only PDFs, and a Warmachine App available.

The Avatar Legends 20th Anniversary Humble Bundle offers physical items for the Avatar Legends RPG, including a starter set, dice pack, cloth map, dice bag, GM screen, and journal pack for $49. The bundle celebrates the 20th anniversary of Avatar: The Last Airbender and benefits charity.

Mantic Digital has announced an upcoming Digital Campaign for Epic Warpath, revealing that STL files for core troops will now be available to backers. Previous STL backers will receive a special discounted bundle for extra files at £5/army. The Warpath Universe is a sci-fi setting where factions battle across galaxies, and this digital STL campaign aims to empower players to build and print their armies at a grand scale.

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The Weekly Podcast no.304 – One Page Rules Starter, Trench Missionaries, Epic Warpath Preorder and Household RPG

Posted on September 21, 2025September 21, 2025 by upturnedtable

Prepare for an epic clash in the grimdark future! One Page Rules is launching an exciting new Grimdark Future: Broken Truth Two-Player Battle Box on Gamefound, featuring meticulously designed 28mm Sci-Fi plastic miniatures. This set will introduce two formidable factions: the reptilian Saurian Starhost and the relentless Robot Legions, each with their own unique strategies and aesthetics. Whether you’re a seasoned commander or a new recruit, this battle box offers a perfect entry point into the fast-paced and action-packed universe of Grimdark Future.

Wargames Atlantic, renowned for their high-quality plastic miniatures, has partnered with MiniWarGaming Dave to bring a truly unique and evocative set of 32mm scale plastic miniatures to the world of Trench Crusade: the Trench Missionaries. This set of seven faith-driven warriors introduces a compelling narrative element to the grim battlefields, serving as proxies for the fanatical forces of New Antioch. What sets these miniatures apart is their distinctive Mormon-inspired aesthetic, offering a fresh and intriguing visual style that will undoubtedly stand out on any tabletop. These figures are not just soldiers; they are fervent believers, ready to spread their doctrine—and if necessary, their righteous fury—across the war-torn trenches.

Mantic Games is now accepting pre-orders for their highly anticipated 10mm Sci-Fi wargame, Epic Warpath. Dive into large-scale strategic battles with a game designed for grand conflict and sweeping maneuvers. At the heart of the release is the “Battle for Phrovox” two-player Starter Set, which pits the disciplined and heavily armored Enforcers against the grotesque and relentless Plague. This set provides all the miniatures, rules, and accessories needed to jump straight into the action. Beyond the starter set, players can expand their forces with a range of Core Army Packs. Command the technologically advanced Enforcers, lead the mutated hordes of the Plague, field the resilient and technologically adept Forge Fathers, or deploy the enigmatic and agile Asterians. Each army pack offers a substantial force to build around, allowing for diverse tactical approaches. To further enhance your battlefields, Mantic Games also offers a selection of detailed terrain packs, ensuring your Epic Warpath games are as immersive as they are strategic.

Embark on a charming yet perilous adventure within the “Household I & II Collection,” a unique role-playing game that transports players to a grand, abandoned house from the perspective of “littlings”—tiny creatures drawn from European folklore. In this imaginative setting, everyday objects become colossal obstacles and potential havens, and the very structure of the house holds untold secrets. The game utilizes a “Director’s Cut” system, employing six-sided dice with a focus on rolling sets of two, three, and four-of-a-kind to determine success and narrative outcomes. This intuitive system encourages storytelling and character development as players navigate the vast and forgotten corners of their immense home. The collection offers a wealth of content to enrich your campaigns. To enhance the gameplay experience, the collection also includes narrator screens, custom dice sets, and a variety of collectible items for dedicated fans. For those familiar with the popular 5th Edition ruleset, Mantic Games has also made 5e compatible versions of the core rules and expansions available, allowing for a seamless transition into the enchanting world of Household.

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The Weekly LIVE 270 – 2024 Postmortem

Posted on January 6, 2025 by upturnedtable

Matt and Jeremy talk about their best and worst of 2024!

ACTUAL PLAY GAMES OF 2024

ALIEN RPG Destroyer of Worlds

ALIEN RPG Chariot of the Gods

Outgunned: Indy Heat 1985

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Outgunned Adventure RPG (Dune break)

Dune 2d20 RPG (16 sessions)

Blade Runner RPG – Case File 02 Fiery Angels

Magnagothica: Maleghast

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The Weekly LIVE 229 – DnD 2024 Revision Late, Epic Warpath Launches, OpenAI Wins A Little and The Purple Planet Horde

Posted on February 18, 2024 by upturnedtable

Wizards of the Coast is working on a revision of the 5th edition of D&D, initially referred to as One D&D and later as the 2024 revision. However, the release of the Monster Manual, the final book in the revised rulebooks, is delayed until February 18, 2025, a year after the game’s 51st anniversary. The Player’s Handbook (2024) is expected to release on September 17, 2024, followed by the Dungeon Master’s Guide on November 12, 2024, and the Monster Manual on February 18, 2025. Two new adventures for D&D: “Vecna: Eve of Ruin” and “Quests from the Infinite Staircase,” offering diverse settings and challenges will also be released this year. A history book titled “The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons: 1970-1977” by Jon Peterson is set to release on June 18, 2024. The 3D virtual tabletop for D&D, aiming to enhance the gaming experiences also due some time this year. Additional products, including footwear and apparel from Converse, an official LEGO IDEAS building set, and treats from Pop-Tarts.

A new sci-fi wargame called “Epic Warpath” by Mantic Games is introduced, drawing inspiration from the classic Epic 40k and involving tiny miniatures in large-scale battles. The Kickstarter campaign is now live and is only running for 15 days. Four Warpath army factions are included with the possibility of unlocking two more as Stretch Goals.

Comedian Sarah Silverman and other authors filed a copyright case against OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT pirated their work. The court partially dismissed some claims, but the main complaint of direct copyright infringement remains. This is one of several copyright lawsuits Open AI is facing including suits from John Grisham, George R.R. Martin and The New York Times.

Goodman Games is running a crowdfunding campaign for Adventures On the Purple Planet, offering various DCC RPG products, including a hardcover compilation, dice sets, accessories, and more. This campaign is on Backerkit and is a hardcover volume including all the contents of the previously released Purple Planet boxed set. Seven publishers are also contributing to this campaign and the more campaigns you support the more you can save as well as getting a free 3d6 dice set.

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