The Weekender: 40K 7th Edition & Win DUST Starter Sets!
May 24, 2014 by dignity
It's that time of the week again as the guys sit down for your weekly dose of gaming goodness! Today Warren is all pumped up for the new edition of Warhammer 40,000 and is eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new rulebook. With the new book comes a whole new mass of tactics and tricks to learn!
Keeping with the 40K vibe we've been sent through some Orc Junk Barricades & Orc Flakvierling from Kromlech! We also got sent through something from the guys at Micro Art Studio in the form of their Dark Temple Fortification Set you might have seen in the news during the week.
The guys also get their grubby paws on a huge bundle of DUST minis and we're having an epic competition for two of the starter sets and you'll have to watch the whole show for details on how to win! The Guys are cracking open a few of their favorites from the bundle and showing off the new rulebook that not only lets you play DUST Tactics but also the new DUST Battlefields. DUST Battlefields is the replacement for the old DUST Warfare rules set that still has its home at Fantasy Flight Games.
Bits of War from Kromlech
Great show.
And Warren, I had my copy since Thursdaynight, you will not be dissapointed. The books are awesome, a true joy to read.
About Dust! What a fantastic game! I love the alternative WW2 setting and the whole Rosie the Riveter artwork.
Quite the surprise too, as I had no idea they were re-doing the books.
Have fun, all!
Just got a notification from GW … Wont get my copy until Wednesday … Despite ordering within 15 mins of it becoming available.
ah well
That sucks, here in Canada we do midnight releases for the GW Books.
You know thats because you’re on their order blacklist, everytime they receive an order from you, they just put it to the bottom of the pile. In fact your order probably ends up in the boardroom of evil and they sit there laughing and cackling at the fact you have to wait longer than everyone else. EXCEPT when you beat me to the FW stand at salute…
prabably because they hate you. 😀
Hoping the new psychic phase is going to be good! Always enjoyed it in second edition, but from third onwards it always seemed lame.
Hey Deaddave, in your phase, after movement, you count up all mastery levels and add D6.
Your opponent does the same.
If you want to cast, you select your powerdice and every roll of a 4+ is a warptoken activated. Your opponent can nullify on a roll of a 6.
There is also something called Focus, if you choose spells from a single discipline. Is basically an extra free spell.
(dribbles…)
Good show. I’d love to win a way into Dust, since I’ve been looking for a replacement to 40k that’s on the same scale and battle size.
I have always wanted to get into dust but the local stores have never carried the product. The walkers look amazing.
I think I have been using my Skaven too much lately…
Oh my god I love dust, The allies, the SSU the Germans, i really want to play this and i love that Battlefront found a loophole.
You sure do got a big gun!
Gotta love DUST and I hope the future is as bright as Warren’s vision! He definitely makes people want to buy stuff! LOL
Can’t wait for Dust to Dust!
I gotta say, that I am super interested in the US Marines variants from the kickstarter. I’d love to pick up a few starter sets to get going!
DUST for the win. have followed the dust coverage on here and purchased some dust stuff at salute after the better half wanted to play after seing the video(all your fault guys, yet another convert to the war gamming world) 🙂
Yes DUST tactics is a very shooty board game but battle field and warfare are the next stage on for any serious gamer.
Looking forward to the kick starter but will have to get permission to join from the boss(HELP Warren! She is a strong willed Irish woman)
Thing # 2 of the salute twin bomb siging off.
great as always guys
Must admit that I find myself reaching for the old refit card looking at the Dust products. Spot on times a big factor for lots of gamers so Dust is looking very interesting. Can’t stop off to the kickstarter page!!!!
I am in two minds about Dust myself, I love the theme/setting and the models looks nice enough just I do not like Board Game mechanics in miniature games, its too abstract and does not feel smooth to me.
Then DUST battlefield is calling to you 😉
It takes tactics to the Wargames level.
Hi love the idea of ww2 on another level dust is going to be amazing just finished watching the show and love the big weapons, warren just imagine a Stug on steroids !!!! Bring on DUST .
Wow excited imagine this,playing a game of bolt action and one of the scenarios say Americans vs Germans and the Americans need to take control of a factory deep behind enemy line and discover all these DUST weapons and vechiles, they do this after turn six and all of a sudden these weapons vechiles become operational. Turn seven starts by Americans taking this technology back to their side of the board for the win. Which then a new game starts by Americans steeling the technology and building these weapons and vechiles , which then starts the game of DUST . Warran what do you think??? Cannot wait DUST looks amazing.
Have always loved the look of dust, I’ve one of the soviet robot things to put some paint on at some point. Bit of a shame to hear what’s gone on with warfare, this change over period from fantasy flight has felt a bit messy all the way through. Hopefully this kick starter is the sign of an end to all that and a more stable future to come.
Wow what an awesome looking game with great minis! Definitely going to go check it out at my local Game Store!
I’ll get both? I like the sound of that 🙂
Ah, I didn’t realise that BF were releasing a wargames version. Colour me interested now.
Really, really tempted by some DUST. The Soviet sniper suits and German plane thingy in particular look superb. My gaming buddy from the olden days is raving about it.
Does anyone know how the minis compare to “normal” 28mm (say Warlord’s WW2 stuff)? Are they going to work with my existing terrain?
No problem with Terrain 🙂
Although if I remember correctly Dust is 1/35 scale so is a perfect match for all the Tamia type stuff.
So it will look a little bigger against the terrain than BA, but we use this trick deliberately with flames, as it makes the armies even more impressive!
1/35. Blimey. As you say, plenty of Tamiya (etc.) stuff to play with
No Dust is 1/48 scale (Bolt Action is 1/56).
my bad – still a lot of 1/48 stuff out there though 🙂
With so many options out I would like to know, besides the obvious fluff appeel what is what makes this game worth our money (rules, gameplay, affordability..)
Affordability: Getting better – A dust tank assembled is cheaper than a leman russ.
Gameplay: Check out our play though of tactics, Battlefield expands on that
Rules: Battlefront are good at rules – and I think the new approach is going to be slicker than Warfare – certainly better supported if it gains traction
Good to see irony alive and well on BoW…Battlefront do good rules.. LOL
I’ve been playing FOW for a while now and really enjoy it, they support that game relentlessly with beautiful books that have superb illustrations, I think Spartacus is one of the Best Boardgames in the business, Fire fly is an awesome gaming experience, that really captures the spirit of the show.
Fair enough no game is perfect, but I don’t feel my statement is ‘ironic’ or (worse) misleading in any way?
Or have I missed something?
Fair enough Warren I just woke up so brain not fully in gear yet
I just dont think they do a good job of portraying WW2 combat and tactics
I can see both sides of this question here. Is Flames of War a “good” rules set? I completely agree with @warzan – in that it’s well-supported, it’s clear, it’s fast, there are no contradictions, I’ve never seen players in a FoW argument, it must be great fun since a lot of people are playing it. Awesome! 🙂
But on the other side, I gotta go with @torros – in that I don’t feel that FoW rules do the best job at portraying combat or tactics or WW2. Just watching demo games, reading the rules, and listening to players, it’s clear there are issues with scale, geometry, capabilities of different weapons types, force organizations, how units move or are deployed, objectives, etc. These things don’t bother most gamers (which is one reason FoW is enjoying such well-deserved success), but hard-core historical gamers need a pinch of salt, so to speak.
It’s all about how you define “fun” at the gaming table, I guess, and why each player is in the hobby. Hell, I’m looking for different things on different days of the week. Sometimes I want fast, fun, low-stress, shooty-blow-uppy games, and the next day I want games you can’t play without a stack of original 1940s battle reports you have to translate out of Russian or German (thank you, Google Translate!)
Just my 2p.
don’t take this the wrong way Warren…but have u lost weight?? looking well dude.
wish i could say the same…iv still got the old “daddy belly”
Right…DUST!! Very Awesome game, lots of fun!
He is indeed looking all sorts of yummie!
More dust videos would be awesome
So 40k leaves me a bit cold but Dust!!!. I have been so tempted so many times by Dust! If I get a couple of free starter set for me and my buddy then that will be the end of my resistance!
Dust looks really impressive
Great show guys. Dust tactics is fun, dust warfare is a great system. Can’t wait to see how dust battlefield differs from warfare.
I’ve always fancied a crack at Dust….alt WW2 with mecha? Yes please!
years ago 40k was the game to play = best models + solid game.
now you just had DUST on your weekender on the day 7th edition 40K is released and right now i’d 110% prefer to play DUST over 40K and i know im not alone in that thought.
just interesting to see where the wargaming hobbies gone/ going hey
Brill show dust looks awesome just need to save up to try it know
I’m interested in seeing whether the price for the mini rulebook on the secondary market will increase. Presumably there are a lot of people who got their 6th ed mini rulebook from buying DV who won’t want to buy the starter set again so will look to buy it second-hand. If it does increase then given you can now just carry the rules section round on its own rather than the brick that was the 6th ed hardback book, it may even result in more people picking up the hardback book over the small book.
As a 40k beginner I’m looking forward to the 7th edition How to Play videos. I just watched the 6th edition ones the other day and found them very helpful.
Dust Battleield looks awesome. Was goof to see some coverage of it really helped clarify what is going on with the progress of the Dust world.
Dust is very interesting although I only have the 2010 starter. where the Alderac logo’s had been stickered over with FFG logo’s.
Must read the rules and play BOTH of these games!!!
Was going to get the new 40k rulebook for my birthday, Now it will be Dust instead lol
DUST really looks like something one ought to get into!
Dust Tactics is the first game I have been able to get my other half to play! Simple rules, fast gameplay and good looking models, makes it easy to set up and play.
I definitely know the feeling of jumping at every little sound, because it might be the mailman. 🙂
Normally world war 2 is not my cup of tea, but as soon as you throw in the weird I’m all in.
I’ve been peeking at Dust for a while and I think the kickstarter is a good excuse to take the step.
So Warren you seem to have the V2 dust tactics rulebook 😛 any chance of a Battlefield battlereport anytime soon?
Also, a Dust backstage show is genious … cant wait!
Always been tempted by Dust… The heavy panzer walker has 17cm kannons (170mm) off of the King tiger variant (geschwartz?)
40K Conspiracy theory #254
Leaking that Dark Vengeance remains the starter – but with new mini-rule. With previous editions some have waited for that to get the rules. This time around those who already have DV (at least one copy) won’t find that attractive and therefore buy the full set.
#255
Why not release 7.1 rule book only to insert in the sleeve to replace 7.0?
Interesting point #255
You are correct, if they want to update the rules, you only have to buy one bit of the package!
Never thought much of Dust, but I’m really impressed by the kits you’ve shown. For painting them I’m a bit dissapointed the transfers are already on the model. Makes it more difficult to do an alternate paintscheme or camouflage paterns.
I might have to play on the idea of full repaint, 😉
Dust looks great! the minis look great! Can’t wait to paint them !!!
I have a question about the transfers on the Dust vehicles. How do you paint the vehicle without damaging/painting over the transfer?
tape them over while painting? 🙂
The Dust universe has proven to be a fascinating and engaging setting for gaming. I discovered Dust Warfare two years ago and have been playing solidly ever since but I look forward to trying the new Battlefield rules. I love the mix of real WWII with all sorts of Sci Fi. I also do a blog devoted to the Dust universe.
http://dustaustralis.blogspot.com.au
Ive always been more into sci fi than historical. The weird world war angle is a really good way of getting sci fi-ers into a more historical setting game while keeping a lot of historical gamers. I have always been tempted byTactics exactly because it seems like a ‘easy to get into’ game hopefully with still tactical depth? (And because Im a sucker for walkers!) Is there much play style difference between Allies, Axis and Russians?
This Dust-Stuff looks nice. It will be my way to start up with imperial army, i guess.
Dust seems interesting. Not too keen on the wierder units but those walkers are sweeeet.
I wish I could find someone to play dust Warfare with in Barcelona, everybody is 40k only down here
Another great weekender guys. As ever, my wallet hates you.
No doubt i’ll keep playing 40K as my group are too invested to quit. Besides, now I can summon daemons with 6 primaris psykers (we can ally with ourselves now), should be fun.
Had a glance at DUST before and was never quite sure what to make of it. Historical games always leave me a little cold. That is until @warzan said the words “Nazi zombies”. Have now checked the website and I want, want, WANT! Those minis look really great. Not sure I can justify starting another game with the new 40K releasing, and a mate and I are just getting into Dropzone Commander (great fun btw). If only there was some way I could get two starter sets for free 😉 😉
One slight disappointment though, would love to have a full rendition of “The Littlest Hobo” theme song from @warzan. Nearly spat my tea all over the screen!
Good episode guys. I bought DV earlier this year to get back into wargaming at the obligatory “40 year old used to play it as a teenager” and I quickly became distracted by all the other games you mentioned (I’m a sucker for a starter set) and so it’s not had much attention except painting. But I’m tempted by 7th just to get the book and see.
DUST also looks good and I willingly accept your offer of the starter sets (see my compulsion above) so I think I will have to give it a go.
On a separate note, I thought my blurry Saturday morning eyes were playing up; but it was Warrens close up camera instead. Sorry, but I did find it distracting from the awesome content whenever you cut to it
Slightly strange angle this week, will try to get to the bottom of it!
Amazing episide, Dust is something that is seriously on my radar right now, as an Australian I love their movements regarding the postage costs, we’re forgetten so often, and “shafted” is the perfect word for it with some companies.
Would love me some Dust
Started to look into the Dust Tactics after watching the demo game, but as I knew no one local to me played the game. A mate of mine also was interested, but lived miles away. We thought we could play Dust Tactics over the internet: http://www.beastsofwar.com/groups/dust/forum/topic/new-player-6/#post-98407 as it used a grid system, it has worked quite well so we can play say once a week, then play an “in house” game once a month when we can meet up.
Looking forward to seeing the new rule book with Dust Battlefield in, to see where that takes us, reckon that will be our “in house” game.
I was hoping that the new kick starter Operation Babylon set in Africa would have a more British and Commonwealth (GB, Aus, NZ, SA, India, etc,) feel to the allied army in it. The Axis side has the Afrika Korps feel to it, the Allied should have a Desert Rats feel to it. Maybe be should have had the Desert Rats feel to the allied army in the release, then added the USMC units after.
But it does look all good, cannot wait for the new releases.
Dust is a brilliant game, I cannot recommend it enough. The models are absolutely superb and paint up rather nicely. The rules are great, the alternating activation keeps things interesting throughout the game.
Great video as always. Can’t wait to see Dust on Dust. Am interested to see what you can do with the preprinted models without spoiling the transfers already on the models. Germans look awesome!
I have only 2 units of infantry for Dust at the moment. Plus the Dust graphic novel. Typical shiny syndrome, so many great games like Dust about. Kudos to Battlefront for including local stores into the kickstarter, and their price promise. When watching War of the Worlds: Goliath, it was so much like Dust. With all the alien tech, walkers, etc.. They should do a Dust anime. And a Dust meets War of the Worlds miniatures game, where you get to zap some pesky Martians.
Sorry to be “that guy” Warren but each piece of the Aegis line has to touch at least 1 other Aegis defense line.
Very interesting on Dust
The models and the back ground for dust are great and the walkers are just some of the best models out there
Those german walkers! Dust is something I must get into soon. It looks great, I hope the rules are fat above GW crap.
Hello beast of war, and will say . WHAT AN AWSOME WEEKENDER!! and thanks to your show, idusted off dust from my old dust startesett battle of the victory bridghe and started up playing again 😀 and even a backer on the awsomness, i know this would propably not make me a winner on the new startersett. butt will say. dust studio have made the greatest companion with battlefield. and keep up the dust battlefield report in the future guys. cant wait to expand my old startersett and start on a real awsome battlefield of glory.
Love the show guys! I think you have a great formula here, keep up the good work! Love dust! the style is incredible! I long to own some Nazi mechs =P
Been looking at Dust for years. Ordered the original box set from Maelstrom games just as it got pulled and had to settle for a refund.
I like the look and feel of Dust, but their big selling point (pre-assembled/primed) is actually a minus for me as I love putting kits together so I’m unlikely to buy it..
although if I win a couple of starters who knows
The direction Battlefront have taken Dust is all good IMO.
Just to correct Warrens comments about Battlefront Flames of War 3rd ed rules.
There are a three book set not two.
1)A rule book full of well written rule that deliver engaging and interesting game play.
2)A forces book with SIXTEEN army list in for late war.
3)A Hobby book.With hints and tips for painting and building etc.
All for £35.
Much better value than 7th ed 40k.
(7th eds rushed through -re cycled rules and background is a blatant money grab IMO.Because all previous planned new editions of 40k have always had a ‘New Boxed set’ released after the big book.)
I agree with Warren a PROPER living rule book for 40k would be excellent.
Similar to the ones GW did for Epic and Blood Bowl.
Where the community worked with the developers to improve the rules .And GW offered these living rule books as a downloadable PDF.
Eg play test rules free to down load.After proper amount of play testing 2 to 4 years.Release a Hard back and PDF edition.With FREE updates in the form of PDF every year.
(After you buy the rule book/e book with a code to give you access to free updates.)
And all the fluff books/hobby books can be released with the new minatures .
(But it is unlikely GWplc would shift their focus to game play .As the ‘GW hobby’ is buying GW product according to them.)
Awesome show, the Dust models are fantastic. I’, in for an Axis and SSU force.
DUST: Very interesting developments – hope this works for them to take them to the next level. What else to say?
“We’re going to need a bigger table!”
MORE DUST PLEASE!!!
I fracking love DUST. Ive been looking for a sci fi esc ww2 game for years. Every faction is so well rounded and the minis are awesome. Id give my left nut to win these.
Have to say I completely love the idea and fluff behind DUST, its imaginative and engaging, and I’ve been looking to get into it for a while now if only my mates weren’t so up GW’s arse, I abhor 40K I think its a ridiculous game, overpriced, broken rules, and I understand it’s beautifully designed miniatures and all that but the rules are unrealistic and unimaginative imo, I’ve wondered how will the Battlefront merger effect the rules vis a vis flyers, I really like the flyer rules in FoW but I’m not a massive fan of the randomness if they combined the flyer rules of 40K with the FoW rules it would be much more realistic in terms of aircraft operations
That was a good weekender! I had not given Dust much of a look-see before, but the models are REALLY impressive and I love that they are undercoated! If I hadn’t just run myself broke on the LE Munitorum box for 40k, I might be tempted!
I will sell all the 40K that has been gathering dust to get DUST.
It’s time to DUST off my collection of alternative WW2 models! Bring on those starter sets!!!
Dust is great, but in Poland we haven’t got any distributor of the game and it’s very hard to get 🙁
Those are some damn fine walkers!
Great show guys. I’m in love with Dust. Love to see some Commonwealth armies. Imagine some Kiwi SAS or Gurkhas… Yessss!!
Thing with dust is that i dont know heads from tails.
Dust tactics, Dust warfare, Dust battlefield.
I dont know where to start. But would like to win the acid box as my name is stefan IRL. 🙂
now i just need to find a plce that sell dust tactic
Dust warfare looks interesting, especially since I’ve finished Wolfenstein New Order. Need me a Blazkovicz miniature!
you can make your own Blazkovicz character using these zombie campaign rules: http://www.dust-tactics.com/Home/tabid/56/entryid/179/Default.aspx
and : http://www.dust-tactics.com/Home/tabid/56/entryid/193/Default.aspx
Can’t really say Dust has ever been on my gaming radar in any form, but those tank/walker thingies are certainly very nice models.
40K 7th I’m not sure about still, its a ait and see, but if the hobby and fluff books ar ejust copies of the sections from previous books with rehashed photos, which I’m kind of thinking is what they will be, it makes the £50 cost even more unpalatable for me.
Dear GW,
I love you guys, really I do. But I’m starting to think love isn’t enough. I come back from a six year break in gaming. First Bolt Action blows me away, then I find myself itching to get into Dropzone and now Dust, a game I’d never have thought would interest me, starts doing some awesome stuff for the stores, the community and with its rulesets and suddenly I find my eyes wandering. So please GW, give me a reason to keep loving what you’re doing. A book just isn’t going to cut it. Show me some love, please? Please? Oh well, guess I’m off to Dust Tactics then…
I really love the look of those walkers
Wow um Wow um WOW! I never ever gave Dust a chance before, and I am ashamed at my ignorance. Those have to be some of the most beautiful models I have ever seen! I would love you to do more content on Dust. My shiny syndromes tingling!
Dust = I want i want i want …
I hope there will be a nice selection of models to come.
Sign me up’….
The Dust big walkers!…Sweet baby Jesus and the orphans….I don’t think anymore reasons are needed to get into this game.
I hadn’t looked at Dust before but you’ve practically sold me on it.
WW2? Awesome
Mechs? Awesome
Less time assembling/painting? Awesome
I love Dust models and Dust rules !
Not so interested in the 40k – but DUST is looking more and more interesting – Loving the way the Vehicles just snapped together!
Man oh Man do those tanks look AWESOME (from Dust)!!!
Great show! Even if the show was just Warren talking a lot while Justin and John nod in agreement. Nice to see John again btw.
I find vary little enjoyment in the assembling and painting part of the hobby. I just wanna play the game. Therefor I think Dust will be a good fit for me.
“Great show! Even if the show was just Warren talking a lot while Justin and John nod in agreement. Nice to see John again btw.”
Yeah I got over excited … may need therapy as all the hobby goodness is making my mouth work over time lol
It’s your enthusiasm that we love Warren…. and your physical and mental abuse of Justin 🙂
This episode Justin was almost “Ming the Wordless” (did you guys ever make it to “W”?)
*Justin is cursing my name right now for bringing up that memory …
Cudos for the show guys. We need to make the game bigger and better.
cheer
Stef
Dark Vengeance is great, but I think the Flames of War and Dropzone Commander ones are arguably better because they have terrain in them too – but I think in general we are spoiled for good starter sets nowadays! All 3 of those sets are amazing in their own ways.
A few of my buds love Dust, and theres a lot to appreciate for sure but dont want to play humans and I’ve read they use alien technology, so are those aliens in the game at all or do they plan to put them into the game?
Those Dust minis are gorgeous! The game could be interesting 🙂
Orks and nuns… Ouch.
Last year I found the big starter set for Dust tactics. The box was all dusty in a corner of my gaming shop, next to a Monopoly game. I came home (and twice in my car…) with a big smile on my face. The smile stayed there when I opened the box and dusted the models. But I never played the game…
Good to know that more is on the way, and that it might get a rebirth as a full on wargame even if it’s not Dust Warfare.
I don’t have Facebook so I’ll only leave two comments, but my hopes are high for the Russian starter set.
Are the 7th ed rules really that extensive it would require a whole new book release (at full price) ? Something tells me this could have been released as a free update for the 6th edition bible, but my guess is desperate cash grab. They dont think too highly of their fans, clearly.
Now dust studios and battlefront however …
I thinking from playing FOW that dust be another great game to play with loads of support as well to go with it.
Dust looks fantastic, pre primed models may be a great option for those just wanting to brush up on weathering as well. With the detail and washes they will look fantastic, I can’t wait to see the new set of shows 🙂
Great show guys. I must say I am really tempted by the dust kick starter and was always tempted to pick a more historical wargame. With the mix between scifi and historical and think this might fit the bill. Plus the fact they come pre assembled and ready to play means I can start enjoying the game from the start and just paint them whenever I have the time so hopefully it won’t suffer the same fate of all the pile of boxes I have on the closet that never used because I don’t have time to assemble them
Who could not like a game with Gorillas and nazi zombies 🙂
Dust. Love the setting, the mechs and general look. Pre-assembled and primed makes it an easy game to play out the box. Picked up the board game version a couple of years back. Haven’t made the jump into the tabletop version yet though.
Have been playing Dust Tactics with a friend recently. Minis are lovely but we have found the tactics system far too basic and have talked about using the minis with bolt action rules. I would, however, be interested in checking out battlefield with some expanded armies so looking forward to you covering it in the near future. Great show and looking forward to xlbs tomorrow 🙂
Im with John, “SHINNY!!!”
I’ve seen DUST around a lot lately but hadn’t really explored, very interested in hearing more about it! Looks like a fantastic game!
So is Dust meant to be played as a skirmish game? Or is it meant to be more on scale with Warhammer 40K?
exited about the new Dust rulebook.
I still regret the handling of the dust warfare “situation” but new products seem great and rightly priced too !
Dust looks great ! Please do more stuff with it!
NIce show as allways.
Dust is one of those things I haven’t gotten into because I allready have so much projects going, but I do love those walkers.
Yeah…. I’ll probably end up playing it at some point……
Shamelessly seeking Dust goodies.
So, am already a lifelong GW addict, I picked up Bolt Action last year after your demo game vids and getting into that as well, I have AvP on the way from Kickstarter…… and now you guys start tempting with DUST! Am not sure the shiny syndrome is going to hold out much longer….
Well I do own a copy of Warfare….. however looks like I will be upgrading to new Tactics now
Can’t wait to start learning Dust Battlefield!
I’m intrigued by the price status that will help us Aussies! Dust has piqued my interest for a while now, and was hoping that the North Africa campaign would be more centered on the British/Commonwealth forces. I believe that in the Dust fluff it states that that’s where the majority of the British/Commonwealth forces are fighting. Would love to do a version of the Australian 2Div that fought around Tobruk (the Aussie rats of Tobruk).
I would like to know if there are going to be any other forces other then the mainly yank forces for the Allied side in Dust?
Dust is looking good, you gotta love WW2.
I want to win some free stuff, tell the missus I bought it all and then watch her go ballistic at me for it. I’m a masochist, plus make up sex is awesome.
Epic. 😀
Dust is looking good.
Warhammer 40k 6th Edition took me out of the game due to how much vehicles could suck in the game, so I hope there is some better rules for them.
About Dust, I’ve seen a lot of miniatures from the game that are always on sale and clearance, I originally thought it was going out of business and it would be regulated to one of those cult games, I’m glad it’s not as I would like to check out one of these days.
Cant wait to paint me some Nazi’s!
I’ve never had the opportunity to see the DUST stuff up close but I’ve always been impressed by the way they picked up the baton from AT-43 when Rackham crashed and burned. I have some of the Red Blok walkers and I was really happy with the level of detail, the articulation and the pre-painted nature each vehicle displayed but I always figured that nobody would do something like that again.. and I’m really glad to see that I was wrong. The Axis walkers in particular look super awesome and even if I never play the game, I can absolutely justify getting a few pieces of armour to use when running Achtung! Cthulhu 😀
Dust is great, wish my group would jump in and start playing a great looking game
I agree with doing a mid cycle rules update for 40k, but why couldn’t they just do a cheap source book like all other companies instead of another big rule book.
also, on keeping the DV starter set, while this makes perfect business sense, I think it is another kick to local game stores, how would the beginning player know if the DV set in the LGS has 6th ed rules (so worthless) or the updated 7th rules.
At this point for new mini war gamers I have a hard time recommending 40k over games like Dust, Infinity
I agree with doing a mid cycle rules update for 40k, but why couldn’t they just do a cheap source book like all other companies instead of another big rule book.
also, on keeping the DV starter set, while this makes perfect business sense, I think it is another kick to local game stores, how would the beginning player know if the DV set in the LGS has 6th ed rules (so worthless) or the updated 7th rules.
At this point for new mini war gamers I have a hard time recommending 40k over games like Dust, Infinity so on so forth
I agree with John, that the pictures never did the Dust models enough justice for me to be *that* interested. But seeing those walkers under close cam might turn the contents of my wallet to dust. . .
This just might be the way to ease into DUST.
Dust looks like a really fun game, the universe sounds really cool and for the price I think the miniatures are amazing, i would put them just behind Dreamforge(wargames factory) and GW.
Great show. Dust has always interested me, more for the flavor and the figures than the actual rule set. But I’m also a fan of alternate history era games like Tannhauser.
Got to admit that after the unboxing, I am more interested in Dust. Wasn’t to sure about a pre-built mini, but they do look good.
The range is brilliant! I’m seriously thinking about starting up with it.
Must admit to not having looked at dust before, apart from being vaguely aware of its existence. I had the impression it was just another wwII game, but I see I am in error.
the mere mention of Nazizombies certainly made me have a closer look, and what did I see?
walking tanks? check.
dude with a massive buzz-zaw? check.
armoured gorrillas on the charge? SAY NO MORE!
Also, the tanks made me think of the Blood Pact Stalk Tanks. Looks like the chaos cultists are getting together with the old genestealer cult for a massive cult army this summer…
I like the ready-to-go aspect of the miniatures. Also the gameplay seems easy to pick up. Great combination!
Since I’ve seen Dust here on Beasts of War it is on my want list, the models are amazing and if it saves my time I’m always in, I just can’t decide between warfare and Tactics, seems like now with Battlefield I don’t have to choose anymore.
Been looking at Dust for a while and this confirms how awesome it is!! The minis move!! Love the background and idea behind Dust. Very tempted by the Russians, I hope this re launch goes well it’s a fantastic looking game.
Looking forward to seeing a bit more on Dust, especially “Dust to Dust”. I need to touch up on my weathering techniques.
Love the models for Dust. Really wish there were more faction options.
Those walkers look awesome!
So what’s the fluff regarding why the war continued? Did D-Day fail or something?
As we’re talking about giant robots, ¿Wouldn’t it be cool to have a Hitler-faced mega robot?, yes I know Wolfenstein….
Shame AT43 could not get the Battlefront love!
I want to see more ANZAC’s and Chinese in the DUST range
Got my set of 7th Ed yesterday and boy oh boy theyre a lovely set. Dark Millenium is a great book for the background, A Galaxy of War…ok, a book of minatures realy nothing else to say and the Rulebook itself is beautiful, some nice rules changes and we shall see how the Psychic Phase pans out when I get a few games in. Im not against any of it and well done GW.
Dust, Ive been meaning to have a better look at this as Im a H.P fan and want a Weird World War game so who knows, youre upcoming coverage might just be whats needed to get me going. Those walkers are stunning.
Great show as always Lads, see ya all again tomorrow for XLBS.
Cool.
I wonder how well the Dust game will go with Clockwork Goblins Weird World War things.
Dust looks pretty neat. No one really plays it in my area despite it being available from a few of the game shops.
Really was looking at DUST, and with the new rule book out, I think I’ll check it out. Man those tanks look devastating.
I’ve have had a good time playing Dust 2.0, can’t wait to get a rulebook in hand, actually have gotten the game going at my local store a lot of Magic player are trying it out due to the assembled miniatures.
Looking forward to were things are headed.
Great show guys. I love how much attention you give to lesser known games.
DUST does look tempting and hearing that battlefront is going to be involved with them is good news.
I would love to see a painting tutorial for dust minis. On top of the weathering, maybe airbrushing the alternate paint schemes.
I got the orginal boxed set of DUST years ago, played it had fun with it but put it away and never really thought about it. Your last set of videos made me get my stuff out again and paint it and play with it (you are so right about all you need to do is weather it!). Warfare intrested me but I was put off by the talk on the web about it being abandoned but warfare sounds awesome. Heres to dust coming back!!
I’ve always been into Dust. Watch It Played have some great videos of Warfare if anyone is interested. Excellent stuff.
Dust to dust sounds interesting mmm mabe its time to start the 7 day trial
Cool ep, not bothered by 40k but loving the enthusiasm for it.
Dear Friends,
please note that Dust is greatly liked and appreciated here in Malta. It will be feature and played during the Maltacomic con expo next October. For more information message me or visit our facebook page, Maltacomics statues and figures Expo.
Many Thanks
M
Great show as always!
I picked up the FFG Dust Tactics set just before Battlefront took over. It has been sitting there waiting to see what BF was going to do. Looks like I need to DUST off my DUST set.
Also looking forward to the DUST to DUST with John.
Great show guys. Love how you are excited about all different types of games and Dust is one I would love to try out but as we all know the hobby money can only stretch so far!!!!
The grids kept me out of tactics, but I’m browsing starter sets as we speak, thanks guys, could be a new thing for my mates and I.
Love the idea of an alternate time line in dust. It feels good to change history
Nearly got into Dust Warfare, in hindsight I am glad I didn’t. However Battlefield looks damn inviting. SSU looks mighty fine!
nazi zombies with power fist, what could go wrong
In for the win! I have already funded the Dust Kickstarter. I was amazed with the quality of the models and the efficiency of the rules when I first looked at it. Dust seems to excel at making things clear and letting people have some fun playing a damn game. Something many games have been ignoring recently.
DUST has great figs, really need to try out the game mechanics at some point.
I really enjoyed Dust Warfare, so I’m definitely interested in seeing what sorts of similarities/differences Dust Battlefield will bring.
Dust looks absolutely amazing, now to sell my left leg and kidneys to pay for my shiny toy syndrum!!
Love me some Dust. I’ve found I love painting the figs. Great great stuff.
Great show. keep up the nice work and OMG i must get me a few of the new orc guns on monday will need a few 4 my trucks and wagons 🙂
we just got a new club up and runing in wales .
and bring on the dust 🙂
yea got my 7th Friday Ive got 2 games for today going to really try them out.
for dust been playing for about a month now and love it have a Russian and German army’s painted up for the eastern winter front
Its nice to see John
I am finding myself drawn to this game every time I see it.
I like those huge walkers. very cool. It’s amazing how over the last 10 years how far wargames have come.
Dust looks like an amazing setting. I’ve been wanting to try it for a bit, but haven’t been able to find anything local.
Awesome Panzer Walkers! Would love to see a battlefield filled with them. I think the Walkers might be the “arguement” which gets me into Dust.
Would love to see more coverage of Dust.
Purchased 7th edition this morning from my local hobby shop, not had time to look at it yet as I have been too busy watching hobby lab, weekender and spray painting some mdf scenery I purchased at Salute (mdf sure soaks up paint).
Seen Dust at shows over the years and liked the look of the models but was not sure about rules, thought you had to play using a grid. But with the new rule book and those great looking walkers might be time for a something a bit different from Sci-Fi.
Backstage is the best purchase I make every month hobby wise.
I really enjoyed the show, dust is a game I have seen Dust before but would like to get into it.
I’ve been interested in Dust since i first saw those gorillas.
Nice show, thanks guys. Well I was ins poured by your previous shows on Bolt Action so much that I bought two armies and a couple of tanks and planes! And this one has also perked up my interest – a natural “historical” follow up to Bolt Action. I will certainly be looking at this more closely!
Thanks again, and keep up the good work.
Tony
So is this battlefield thing finally DUST without the stupid grid?
Color me interested if so.
I got some of the models for a sample and the vehicles are neat if somewhat infuriating for a modeller (you may need to pull them apart for a proper paintjob and thanks for all the transfers I’m going to paint over anyway…), but the infantry was a bit bendy and toylike.
Still miles better than say the Battlefield Evolution stuff.
Another great episode. However, maybe you should add a shiny syndrome warning when you show new games or minis… *g*
Would love to get into Dust, just need to get a starter set or two… 😉
Given the size of the larger vehicles, I think I would rather prefer a 15mm version. I will need to go back and watch the Tactics video. This reminds me of the MERCS Recon style game, which is also board based, and with the ability to play the minis game with the same figs.
When are the British going to enter the dust universe?
DUST sounds like an interesting game to get into. Count me in guys!
that looks very cool i need that dust set
I think ill be getting into dust as I like the operation Babylon always liked the dak vs desert rats (heres hoping dust do these at some point)
Great show!
First time posting on BoW, which in and of itself should make for a good reason for me to win the boxes of DUST 🙂
I’d absolutely would like to be apart of the competition for the DUST boxes. I’ve got one mate that I could get to play DUST, but he isn’t going to buy any minis himself. So you’d actually help me getting into playing DUST if I win.
Thanks for a good show!
Got dust for my son and I play can’t wait to see how dust battlefield plays.
Battlefront, what a really sound company. I admired the way they supported the FoW players with the free mini A5 rulebook when they updated those rules.
Now they are making more great commercial decisions that also benefit players and retailers.
Seems really like a really interesting game this Dust. Definitely going to have to get stuck into it.
I have to say I am and have been so dissolusioned with GW for a while now. They seem to almost treat their customers with contempt and with so many better alternatives out there they can not afford to. I will still buy the odd model to satisfy mystifying cravings such as the Forge world Horus Heresy models. But as for game play, I only have time for X-Wing, and maybe Deadzone, and I’ve been meaning to buy Dreadball.
I do not know a lot about Dust. Had a look at the Kickstarter, but it seems to be getting some flack for shady tactics such as raising RRPrices, to create “fake” discounts?
Not a good sign.
I like Dust Tactics because I don’t have a ton of tabletop space to play but man, Battlefield looks really fun. Looking for those Axis troops and mechs! Big Ol’ Guns
Damn you BOW… you’ve done it to me again!
I’ve been able to resist DUST for so long but you’ve sucked me in! (you and the massive tanks of course).
Bought into Dust last year but had too many other things on the go to play it much. Didn’t even know BF wasn’t able to get the rights to Warfare. Nice to see them bringing out cards for it and also their own table top version.
Dust battlefield gets my interest as I love FOW and Bolt Action. In fact my thoughts were that the Dust mini’s would be great for Bolt Action as an alternate WW2.
Great show !
Interesting thoughts on GW policy.
And the Dust stuff looks bril !!!
Dust sounds like a fantastic game! I love the walkers! My son is going to flip when watches this video 🙂 – Time to save my pennies!
What’s the Dust scale ?
Honestly don’t know if I will ever play Dust, my other half isn’t a big fan. He’s a hard core realistic war gamer and mech warriors and zombies aren’t his cup’o’tea. I do however think I might end up with some of these mini’s simply because they look so freakin’ cool!!! Maybe I might get my first ones from this post ; ) Love the German’s and their big guns, but my heart belongs to the Russians. Big, clunky and looking like they’re gonna punch the enemy rather than shoot them. Ochen Harasho!!!!!! (Sorry my keyboard doesn’t have a Cyrillic alphabet)
Dust is certainly something to really consider, especially when 40k continues to by quite schizophrenic and money grabbing. Allies are a cop out.
Dust looks superb, great figures. I have been in the BoW video archives looking at the old videos.
i really have to look into dust, i don’t have much time nowadays so this stuff would help me play more games, its such a good idea
Dust looks very awesome, but i would paint it, not just weather it. Realy nice models and even better fluff. hope to see some demo videos.
Dust mini’s look great fun. Fancy getting my hands on some to paint up.
DUST battlefields seems like a game I could get into especially if I can use my 28mm WW2 terrain I’m currently using for Bolt Action and Chain of Command . I would like to know more about possible terrain to use especially using non WW2 stuff. Not so much hills, jungle plants, rivers etc but possibly using steampunk or sci fi terrain. I collect many different game systems and I find it’s easier for me to get into (yet another) system when I know I’ve got terrain I can already use. So a question (or show) about that would be helpful. The miniatures and vehicles seem really well designed and produced and it’s really pleasing to hear about the Kickstarter/ LFGS interaction. As Battlefront is a New Zealand company my second question would regard how they plan on keeping the pricing “equal” throughout the world. Surely there are too many variables (shipping, currency exchange rates etc) for this to be “equal” everywhere (I do realise they don’t actually produce and ship them from NZ). My third question would regard the manufacturing and links in with what Warren was talking about with keeping the Dark Vengence boxed set so GW can maximise profits. How many sprues do Battlefront have to sell from each plastic mould to make a profit?
Good looking minis from Dust, that looks like something promising to try out.
Another great show DUST looks very interesting zombies’ & WW2 only thing missing is alien spaceships or are they in it as well to make a full house.
Already got a Dust starter, but could always use more!
Loved the DUST background when I read the graphic novel.
Sort of sitting on the fence with DUST. Started playing Flame of war recently and I am leaning towards Bolt Action as well, but I really like that battlefield have taken it on board. The rule book in its self is a brilliant idea, two games systems for the price of one, everything compatible.
Dust looks amazing, but, the price is just too steep. I would love get in this, but, I cannot justify spending that much on a new game when I’m still putting Deadzone together. Oh well. Maybe next time.
great stuff guys getting more ans more interested in Dust
like the stuff battlefront have been doing lately with bringing the prices to a almost worldwide standard more companies should do this, as it really helps to bring people into the hobby.
this has been one of the things keeping me from dust. the other thing is that while i love the axis walkers, i don’t like the allied. i get more a sense that allies is way more USA than anything else. which is too bad as i’d love to see a churchill or cromwell inspired walker
Dust looks so cool.
Liked the look of the Dust models for a while. Will be interesting to see some game play and how it all works. Might just get some of the models anyway 🙂 As for good old 40k, this new(ish) edition might be worth picking up to get me back into some wargaming. And the kick in the arse to get some models painted. I keep getting told I have a wonderful collection of boxes and sprues 😀
In the last couple months my gaming group has started playing Dust tactics and it looks interesting. In addition one of the local game stores is joining the KS. Wo winning the starter sets would hook me completely.
Russian deff dred in 40k plus a little orky bits
I gave the Dust Revised Set to my girlfriend’s brother, he is 10, he loved it and picked up the rules fairly well (it was his first game other than Monopoly and such). I’d really recommend it to anyone who wants to have a feel for miniatures gaming.
Looked a dust before but since no one played in my area wasn’t much point in getting it. Although if I won two starter boxes I might be able to get some people interested.
Wow, Dust seems pretty interesting, I specially liked the setup in that first page of the rulebook, and of course that giant tank. And agree, more Dust videos would be pretty cool.
Sounds like a great set but I wonder if they are going to the Far East with the Allies vs the Forces of Japan?
Dust setting has always appealed be interesting to see your videos covering it. What is the standard or 2 hour mark game size
Wow, those big Dust tanks are amazing. I got the SSU starter set, I was in doubt between getting the Axis or Allies box. I want to spread Dust fever amongst my friends and family. But this show has decided it for me, Axis starter set is on my wish list.
I had never really thought about DUST, before, the local never stocked it.
The tanks look awesome and shiny.
Warren, Dust is 1:48 Heroic scale. The standard troopers are slightly taller than the old GW metal minis but much better proportioned. Thinner arms and legs etc… there are a few good articles on the web comparing the DUST mini’s to 1:48 and 1:35 Tamiya models. Apparently the 1:48 Tamiya infantry fit quite well. Hoping to see some ANZAC DUST mini’s since we did so well in the north African campaign. I think you needed to mention the fact that the KS campaign is offering the full painted premium sets, I don’t think they are available from the Local Stores, which is a pity because I would have liked to get it through mine. It’s a really interesting KS, I like the idea, as the KS are best at creating the excitement and advertising for the game. I really hope it works
Did someone mention new 40K, didn’t notice for the DUST…………
Dust seems interesting, just starting up on the wargaming after a 16-17years hiatus. Been aiming on the 6mm, maybe 15mm gaming but why not aim for something bigger=)!
dust sounds like an awesome game cant wait till its released love your vids guys keep it coming
wow i really like the dust modells! i would really like to see a mix of dust and bolt action 😉
Dust looks great. Headed to my local shop to see what they’ve got. The kickstarter also makes a lot more sense to me now, its pricing was confusing without the context you added.
Got into dust over a month ago and hundreds of dollars later I have a nice collection if units but would like more so I can have a good army for battlefield:) great show can’t wait for dust to dust
I’d played Tannhäuser yesterday and aside from saying that i will never play against Soviet’s Walking Eggs and Her Big Spacemarinesque Mother EVER AGAIN! I Just love it.
Dust has a sort of similar flavor but is seems far better laid out and it goes to a full Wargame, which is what i want… plus Pre Assembled+Primed+”Decaled” (yep, butchering foreign language is my specialty this days… ).
About the $60 bucks box that they have in the kickstarter, i think they are amazing specially if the rulebook that they bring is the same as the one you show here, is just a must-buy. But ( small but ), i feel the only thing it needs is that matt and the terrain counters in order to give us the same features as the old starter boxes that you guys unboxed in this video. I’ll gladly play $10 extra bucks for that and be able to just unbox everything, read and play… the go to painting/weathering and terrain after that, is great for demoing the game, have that sense of desire to do and have more rather than having obligatory second step.
I know that for $20 bucks i can get the african campaign with all the terrain included and i will probably go for that, but is just a matter of “everything in one box ready to go”. Probably i’m being picky but hey, is a small “but” with too many words!
By the way, i’m looking forward 100% to see Dust to Dust ( best name ever! )!
The rule book for DUST looks great. Especially if it is going to be similar to the FOW books. Looks great.
Dust looks like a great game, I have always wanted to give it a go, great mini’s and quick games, sounds perfect 🙂
I don’t like the scale of Dust. Those tank/robots look too big.
Most impressive. With support from the likes of the FoW gang at Battlefront, are we likely to see something similar develop in DUST, where we get different armies developed for different points in time? Perhaps something like SSU/Axis/Allies in the 50’s, then 60’s, and who knows how far forward? I would love to see how all of the equipment might evolve if that’s the case.
Dust defiantly possibilities you gotta love a game you can just take home and play. I agree, I don’t see paper maps getting a lot of use.
Curious about this game, the minis are awesome. May have to try a demo.
I love that the figures are pre-primed, pre-assembled, and have points of articulation. I hope the rules are as amazing as those figures look.
Have been intrigued by DUST for a while. The minis look cool, however I was never really keen on the grid system of Tactics, and warfare just didn’t seem to be going anywhere. Now Battlefield might just push me over the edge, especialy with the support of the guys from Battlefront.
Look forward to seeing your Dust to Dust show, and would love to win a starter set to get me going. 🙂
The DUST series has certainly won my heart. The gameplay is engaging; the world is intriguing; the models are fantastic; and the community is truly passionate.
I always loved the models, and heard Dust is great fun.I was hesitant about getting into dust because Warfare was no longer supported and Tactics was basically a board game. Now that you shown me about Dust Battlefield, I am for sure getting into it.
Man those large Dust walkers are pretty sweet. Are there plans for more of them for all the factions?
I’ve been looking at Dust for a while now. But I just can’t nail down what army I want to play. I’d like to do similar to FOW with a Canadian Allies force.. But I dislike their Walkers and much prefer the Axis style.
Dust has always been tempting but that is because the vehicles are great looking… The infantry hasnt done anything for me though. Rasy enough to replace with Esienkerns though 🙂
Sad to hear about Warfare, but I am looking forward to the new stuff from Dust.
Another amazing show. The energy you all bring to gaming is infectious. We find ourselves feeling for Justin as he’s the shows fall guy.
I have only played 40k once but might and I say might have to look into it. I agree with many others who say there are many great alternatives. As far as Dust I have been considering starting that and my FLGS has a nice stock of Dust Tactics so I might have to pick up a box or two.
Just awesome Dust , add it to say bolt action and wow can you just see the battles you can have just plan awesome. Hay just got my 7th sweet the books are wicked awesome , got to run work see you all later.
Great Show! I agree the Dust is the easiest game to get started, and I enjoy any of its iterations.
Spent yesterday at Duxford D-day event , watched dust weekender . Now I may have to sell one of the kids to just to deal with the Weird WW2 overload I’m suffering from !
The pics of the new 40k book look awesome. I have always really enjoyed the fluff and the hobby sections of the rulebooks and was really disappointed with the 5th ed which is still in my bedside table with their ommission of a lot of hobby.
I will be buying a copy whenever I can get to a store next. (assuming they have copies left).
According to Warzan I live under a rock. I have only heard the name Dust but have no idea what it is about.
An alternative WW2 setting could be interesting though I am loving my FOW.
Would love to see more of how this works.
I must admit this gush of games that play on tiles, (deadzone comes to mind) make feel somewhat restricted in tactical options. But maybe I am just ignorant in this matter.
The alternate WWII setting of Dust looks pretty compelling. There are a few things I’m curious about though; are there just three factions or are the other axis and allies nations included? What is the scale of the game; is it squad level, company level or army level? Finally what is the scope of units included; just land based troops or are there air and navel units which played such a huge part of WWII?
Top game , need to start collecting my bro (trewets) beat me to the punch with the axis set and his better half with SSU only leaves the allies lol
Thing 1 from salute signing off
I love Dust but never got into warfare lucky I didn’t! Now to see about this…
I’m having a break from 40k at the moment but popped into a local gaming shop for a look at some terrain yesterday and they had a one day offer of 20% off so thought what the hell, nice set of books and will be interesting to try the new physic phase but not enough changes to tear me away from playing Dropzone commander and bolt action just yet, as for dust I like the models but still unsure about the game though I expect a few demo games by Warren would be enough to get me interested as it did with DZC and bolt action
Dust is fun and quick to get which is a nice aspect of it. I like the look of the SSU the most cause they remind me of my Tau with all the nice big suits and cool guns. A battlebox and beyond might be warranted with the new starter set going over what troop or 2 and walker to maybe add to a force with a flyer maybe with support choice. Question how have the special army themed weapons changed besides a roll of the faction symbol and more importantly what makes telsa different from laser?
I need to set aside some extra money for some of those dust walkers.
A few questions answered. Dust models are 1/48 a bit taller and better proportioned than your general 28mm models. The size game of game can be anything from 4 or 5 units up to…. as long as you want to play really. 12 units give a really good game.
There is no force organisation but there are platoon rules, so if you took a themed force you would benefit with a special platoon rule. Platoons are generally made up of a HQ and 32 or more themed units, i.e. all squads are the armour 3 heavies.
A unit of infantry is 5 men or 3 heavy armoured soldiers.
There are several very large walkers and tanks as shown in the vid already available as well as some awesome aircraft.
Please take a look at the other BoW vids and this page to find out more about the game: http://www.dust-tactics.com/Home/tabid/56/entryid/164/Default.aspx
or browse through here: http://www.dust-tactics.com/home.aspx There are even rules for roleplaying style skirmishes there.
Also for UK backers, the KS is a pretty good deal due to the USD – £ exchange rate and its all shipped through Battlefront, so no customs to be paid.
O’h, and the pre-paint jobs are fantastic on these models.
Thanks for that video and your support of the Dust Universe. I really enjoy playing Dust Warfare and not sure whether I give Battlefield a try or stick with Warfare. Time will show. But the new rulebook looks really great! And hey: if you are interested, why not support the Kickstarter and jump into the game? 🙂
The new Dust Tactics rule book is an awesome idea IMO. The combination of “basic and advanced” rules makes getting friends into wargames easier. (BTW I’d like Germany and Russia, thanks)
Love the Dust models, backing the Kickstarter already but would be great to get some starters too.
So pre-assembled models, that are already primed for you, and with transfers too?! That is a great idea. The WW2 walkers alone are enough to get me interested in it.
I will admit that DUST looks kind of tempting…
This are really nice looking walkers
Do want, do want, do want.
This Dust Battlefield looks amazing I so very much want to play this game , If only I had some luck I could possibly win the starter sets and have a go of it.
P.S. I love being a backstager. (wink , wink)
dust is a great system for introducing youngsters into wargaming. My children love it.
Just got the SSU starter as the re-launch ? (new rulebook) has me interested again – love alternate history.
And I love North Africa as a campaign setting
dust does look good ive got to admit
Was interested in Dust when it was with FF and then got even more interested when it moved across to Battlefront, but it never quite made it to my gaming group.
Now seeing your intro game video and the Kickstarter I’m taking the plunge with another game and luckily I’ve persuaded at least one other in my gaming group to join the Kickstarter too.
I like the alternative reality they they’ve created as it fits in well to the Weird War scene, they have not gone OTT with the Weirdness (yet) and the fact they they are putting named Heroes in like Rommel is cool. The starter sets free would be great as it would mean that we could start playing even sooner.
My initial thoughts on 7th Ed, Allies Matrix is better, but why are Eldar and Dark Eldar still Battle Brothers?????
I hope the new Psychic Phase doesn’t dominate the whole meta game – Eldar Cheese will still rock (for those that like that sort of thing) as they can easily in once main detachment get 30 extra dice in the new Psychic Phase (Iyanden Supplement take 2 HQ choices of 5 Spirit Seers (+20 dice from Mastery) and 1 Seer Council with 10 Warlocks (+10 dice from Mastery).
But all in all, after a quick read last night I like the look of 7th Edition and will continue to play.
great game looking forward to getting the new Tactics book
Would it be possible to play the Secrets of the Third Reich models in Dust? I like my British R.A.T and from pictures not sure I like the scale as I had just used same infantry for both Secrets of the Third Reich and Bolt Action.
Warren, thanks for another great show. Dust looks awesome. I always liked the alternative WWII theme, and would love a chance to win a starter set.
P.S. Loving Hobby Lab, too.
I’m a bit disappointed that there isn’t a new boxed set for 40K, mainly because I thought they could’ve done with a more exciting box cover and with a painting on it, and to see Ork vs Marines again, perhaps in a different conflict like Crimson Fists on Rynn’s World. But then again, I’m glad there isn’t one, because I am yet to build my copy of Dark Vengeance (Dust and other stuff has swayed my attention away from it) and I don’t want to shell out for another starter set so soon after the first one, so that’ll save me an extra £60+!
My copy of the rulebook won’t arrive until Tuesday, despite ordering it on the 17th and living in London. How many days does it take to get from Nottingham to London! We use automobiles now, not horse and carts! lol
Dust! Having just dropped an extra dollop of money on 40K’s new rulebook after buying a load of stuff at Salute, I’m not sure I can afford to pledge for the kickstarter. I want to get the new rulebook as Battlefront changed the rules just after I got the Allied starter set and Heavy Rangers Command squad (now called The Big Boss, I think), which was pretty fecking annoying to say the least, as I’d just read the Tactics rules and then had to reread the new ones from the pdf.
I was also confused about which tabletop version of the game to play, as there’s already support for Warfare on the dust forums, but since @warzan pointed out, Warfare won’t really be getting anything new. After reading the existing players comments and complaints on Dust’s forums, they had been complaining about there being no tokens which had been promised for a long time, and is something Battlefront are now providing, along with a box of all the stat cards for the current range of minis in each faction, it does look like, as Warren stated, that Tactics, under Battlefront’s control, will be fully supported. So that has given me more confidence in just sticking with Tactics/Battlefield, and saving me extra cash on buying the Warfare rulebook for now.
I’m glad Dust is getting more coverage now, especially as there’ll be painting videos on them. I’d been wondering about what type of battlefield I’d want my Allied force to be based in, as I didn’t want to make it the default Antarctic scheme of Dust. So I’d been thinking of either jungle (to suit my hero I’m renaming Bazooka Joe Rambo) or now going with a Desert Rats themed force, to go along with the new Operation Babylon. Still not sure yet!
I wonder if I should copy and paste my comment onto youtube/FB or write something different? Hmm… Ctrl+A and Ctrl+C I think! 😀
I really like Dust Tactics – simple, intuitive rules make up for a brilliant game. I can teach the game to a friend in half an hour and have a blast with the beautiful miniatures without the hassle of scenery.
always wanted to try dust
well it’d be rude not to try and get some more for the man cave!
Good weekend. Very interested in Dust now. Thanks!
I’ve been driven to Dust for some time I’ve even bought all books for Warfare and now you open my eyes on the matter that the fantasy flight won’t make any new staff. Thats a bit dissapointing 🙁 Will battlefront make 2 player sets as fantasy did? Thats what is now on my mind. It would be cool to get this two starter sets 😀
Once again another informative and entertaining show. I thing dust has the coolest looking mini’s and it is very easy to pick up the game and to start playing. Looking forward to all the new stuff.
Great show, the enthusiasm for new 40k is a little infectious, though I have little time for hobby these days (I’m still painting the DV set from when it was released 2 years ago 🙂 )
DUST looks interesting. The studio really looks to have thought through their marketing process properly, streamlining many aspects to make it super-easy for new players to get in. The ability to graduate from Tactics to Battlefield may even help put it in position of Gateway Game, as Space Crusade and Heroquest did for so many of us years ago.
Hey, great show as ever!
Just getting into Dust with a friend and I’m loving those germans! Zombie, mind alterted monkeys, great tanks and lasers!
Those starter sets would help, though! 😉
I want to back the Dust KS, but I fear it may send me into one project too many territory
Dust looks awesome looking forward to seeing more
Putting some serious thought into playing dust
I really like the look of DUST and would love to own the starter sets but with not many people playing at the minute its very difficult to allocate some of the hobby budget towards it!
Once you have played with someone, they are sure to join in, it’s a great game that was let down by FFG not knowing how to handle a miniatures game.
Dust looks damned fine, love the look of those walkers
Never seen those dust vehicles before, seriously tempted by it!
I have been intrigued by dust for the last few years, but had yielded to other gaming systems.
I’m really thinking that this new kickstarter is going to be the best deal and opportunity to finally jump in! Especially with the support they now have with Battlefront!
Glad the Dust Kickstarter now includes these “Recruit” boxes. The initial pledges were only the large add on armies, was hoping for a good affordable starter set.
Painting the primed dust minis is fairly easy. They do a great priming job on them.
The Dust minis are some of the nicest I’ve seen in years. The tanks remind me of the Tachikomas from Ghost in the Shell just on a more killy scale
My shiny syndrome is tingling … 😀
I’m loving the alternative history slant that Dust has and the heavy armour look fantastic. What is the typical army size for a game?
Dust looks epic, those walkers are awesome! I hope the Imperial Japanese Army will be playable as well in the future! (or any other nation!)
Dust to dust, ashes to ashes… I want all of them!
I’m hesitant about the new 40k edition but we’ll see how it goes. And as for dust I need it in my life xD me and my friends want to play so badly!!!
Cant wait to play Dust. Looking for it a long time. Didnt know where the company was heading to with ffg being a weight on the leg but now…….. i am relieved to see there is more coming Those starters look amazing. The kickstarter is awsome. I will defenately go for it. Hope there will be lots of terrain pieces coming also to create EPIC battles.
Beast of war thank you for showing this.
Greets
One happy guy
Really nice show (as usual), Dust does looks great.
As for 40k, my last games (2 years ago) were pretty boring so 7th or not i will pass this one. Theses years, skirmish size games worked best for whats left of my group of players (Urban war, Malifaux 2nd, Alkemy, Dreadball)). Dreadball being the more popular at the time (just finished painting all my teams (09) and Mvps)
I’ve looked at Dust but it was a bit confusing as what was what and where it was heading as a system supported which company. The big thing is would it get any traction in the local gaming group and have someone to play against.
Love to check dust out.
Dust figures and vehicles are great! The game is great fun!
It seems to me that Dust Tactics would be a great introduction to wargaming for a kid. The figures and vehicles are already made up and undercoated. It does not take much painting to make them look good. The rules are easy to play. The card system makes the game fast to play. The starter sets are great value.
The sheer excitement of seeing the scale of these Dust vehicles for pretty much the first time is enough to go fetch my wallet. just need to decide on a faction but hey I could win three factions by posting here, win win ;0)
Dust seems to have a bigger following then I thought. I do like the models and having few hassle with the Minis is nice, too
Give me some dust you goram teasers! Love the look of dust, would love to try and establish it at our club.
I would love to give Dust a try. I do like the alternate history aspect to it.
Dust Warfare got me back into gaming back when I was drawn back. I didn’t end up investing, but that was mainly because of the lack of support I saw following up on the launch. I’d be really interested to know what game of long term plan the new publisher has for the game.
DUST looks absolutely amazing! And this is comig from an avid Warhammer 40k player. WW II style games never really caught my attention until this Weekender report. Looks like a wonderful, quality game. I can’t wait to give it a try.
I do like the look of Dust and it’s one i’ve been sitting on the fence about for a while. I just don’t see many hobby shops here stock it. I would probably have to go through ebay to get hold of it.
Dust looks awesome!! This may be the game to get my son introduced to war gaming so more Dust coverage would be well received.
Not wild about 40k but this Dust stuff has tickled my fancy.
The models look great. The preassembly is nice too. My gaming group has always expressed interest in the game but hasn’t taken the leap yet. Playing so many great games it’s hard to find time for another.
The Dust stuff looks interesting. I might get someone local to demo the game for me.
Ive looked at Dust for a few years, but being unemployed I just don’t have the money, but I’d love to try it.
As much as DUST looks cool I won’t be branching out to it because of Battlefront’s involvement. With Australia just getting screwed with Flames of War I won’t be buying into Battlefront product other than FoW and then I’ll be looking at other options.
The source of this discontent is that we were promised a price decrease (see the front page articles) but instead have been hit with a 10-15% increase. With local stores having either stopped stocking FoW or about to I can’t see there being much local support for Dust anyhow.
And please don’t talk about their support of stores as Australia seems to have missed out on this support.
Oh nooooo…This actually scares me as I bought into Dust when it was with Fantasy Flight Games, and was so happy to see it alive here…But maybe this isn’t a good sign…Sadness…
I actually just read on their Kickstarter comments that they won’t be supplying my favourite online retailer…Hmmmm…Not sure what to think now…
I am so happy to see that Dust is still alive…So how do I get my hands on this give away? Who do I need to pray to?
Just got back from comic-con and decided to chill out and catch up on the weekender. Gave up on it after about 20 seconds when I realised it was going to be 99% 40K. 🙁
It’s more like 50% the rest is about Dust. Great stuff! From the advertizing of warmachine it’s all Dust 😉
Bugger. You replied before I could add to my post. lol
I like my weekenders to be about varied things. If something is going to be talked about in this manner then I feel that they should just have their own special show.
Dust looks interesting though. But ( and please don’t take this the wrong way. ) haven’t you already shown the starter boxes. etc..? Or are these different to the previous ones?
The heavy walkers do look good though.
( My only problem though would be getting people to play anything other than Germans as – and I quote – “Their stuff looks awesome but eveything else looks pants.” And I agree. lol )
No these are new.
Ahha. Righty-o. I was skipping through the 40k stuff and only lightly touched the Dust stuff so i’m not surprised if I missed you mentioning that bit.
I’m looking to get my 10 yr old into gaming and the only stumbling block has been the building and painting of models. Dust tactics seemed to resolve this problem but the limit of the paper boards put him off as he wanted to play on the “big tables”. I looked at warfare but was not sure if it had the depth and support I was hoping for. Dust battlefields looks like the solution. Im really looking forward to this one.
Dust Battlefield is a very good option in this case. (Might also be worth checking out X-Wing! we are going to run a cool Hobby Lab on Asteroids in the next weeks, simple project perfect for parent child to do together)
Anyway keep me posted on how you and the young’un get on as I will be looking some tips for when my lot reach that age lol
The Dust Game becomes more and more attractive to me … I’m little dissapointed with the 7th edition 40k .. its teaked 6th + FAQ that we have to pay to get …
A starter set ofDust would be perfect for me as to start of in ourgaming group some thing new … so pretty pretty please ?
Those Dust minis are sweet! I love the walkers. I think my wallet is going to get a pounding soon!
Finally got a chance to watch this episode.
I swore I would never bother with 40k again, but Warrens enthusiasm is infectious – worse than anything even Nurgle could think of! Although I am not sold on their figures these days, I do love the core structure of the rulesets – D6 mechanics FTW.
DUST: Battlefield… Wahooooooo! =D
This is a game I really want to introduce my mates to. It was like Christmas watching you lads open those starter boxes. Those vehicles/Walkers were insanely amazing. Yes, totally a “shiny syndrome” moment.
Also the ‘Dust to Dust’ show sounds brilliant! Can’t wait to see what you guys do.
NB. Justin – must be said, that T-shirt was the most awful, yet most incredibly awesome, piece of wearable art I have seen of late. =)
Nice episode guys! Those new starter sets and rulebook make it so hard not to get into Dust… I’m not well versed in the lore, so it might be a crazy question, but are there any plans for more factions atm?
Am new to the Dust tactics game. and Plan on playing it for along while. It’s actually , how began watching Beast of War show. Which is great Keep up, the awesome work.
Dust looks very nice, I suspect the kickstarter may tempt me in!
Dust looks pretty cool. We have just started getting into it and have invested in the Kickstarter. It looks like the next big thing. Great weekender by the way keep up the fantastic reviews.
Very interested in this game. Trying to figure out if picking up the dust revised starter set is worth it or should I buy just two starter sets and go that route to get into this game. Looks like the dust revised starter set is older…possible rule changes??
You can use the models and maps from the Revised sets, but the V2 rules have a lot of changes. These can be download free, as well as the updated cards for older models.
With the ease of unboxing to beginning a game I would love to get into this. Like y’all said it’s a great game for those with little time, and I’m in that boat. Would love a German starter for sure. 🙂
Yay 7th!
Dust is Awesome. Been playing Tactics for only 3 months but love it.
Very excited by the kickstarter. Glad that they have already busted their goals.
Eagerly awaiting my new rule book, very interested in trying out battlefield.
I love dust and have the orginal box set. It was a truelly awesome box set.
Loving the kickstarter
I really like this models, I want to start playing this game
Watching your excitement opening up boxes of Dust models and assembling the models reminds me of Christmas morning.
FoW has been doing well for me, but I have been wanting to get back to a larger scale. With DUST Battlefield I’ll now have to start saving $ for DUST … Those kits look awesome!
Wow those walkers are stunning are they both German?
Fantastic updates today, lovely walkers and some great new multi-buy deals that could save you $86/£70 if you buy in with a mate (or want 2 or 3 armies yourself)
@Kildath. All the walkers are labeled up as to which faction they belong to.
Really like those big tanks they looks fantastic. Are the stickers already on it? Because If I want to paint them, that maybe a problem. Or can we buy them?
as far as i know…there are a few people gaming Dust here in my town!!!
but if i win i wil make sure to lure some-more!!!
Never saw myself playin Dust. Maybe that was wrong, some of these kits look awesome. I guess two starteboxes might change my mind 😀
These new DUST look FANTASTIC! I can’t wait to get into this game. I played the 2nd ed. game and it is kinda fast but really good for new players!
Sad that Warfare is back burner but the new books look great!
I’m not sure I like your ideas about GW getting new rule sets out every 2 years. At their current prices I would not support them. Not when other companies have rules for half the price or better. Wyrd minis, for instance, has a full color rule book and armies that together cost the same as 40k rules. Just MHO.
That’s for the show,
Gryffn88
Will the “old” FFG models for DUST be released again and distributed by BattleFront? Or will there be new zombie models and so on?
Although Paolo Parente has creative rights to DUST, FFG will still have molds for the minis. I assume unless BF buys them they will have to create their own minis…? Interesting question.
Great video, I’m really looking forward to the Dust kickstarter army I pledged for. Could you show a video comparing the Dust tanks to Bolt Actions tanks? I had thoughts of making a mixed company force. Some new walkers with some old school tanks. The army could be without supplies and have to revert to using older models.
As a recent 6th Edition DV buyer I feel quite gutted by the new release of W40K, but some of the changes do look really good. I’m 50/50 on whether to buy 7th, my biggest concern is lack of gaming time ATM and a 2 year cycle, might just wait for 8th!
Really liked the look of DUST since your recent Tactics shows. Was hoping for a Kickstarter to tempt me in to it as I’ve spent too much on other bits recently. New models look great, but the KS itself is a bit lacking on the temptaion. Doesn’t seem a huge saving compared with RRP and the unknown P&P charges added at PM stage could easily swallow that up. Might just sit this one out and wait for retail or just go for the rulebook package at this stage to get a taster.
Darn you. I’ve backed at Taskforce Commander level, but will keep an eye on it. For anyone else concerned on the P&P, in one of the (many, mnay) comments I just read they said a big box (several armies) to most UK destinations would likely cost $15-$20 shipping max. For US they said $25-$30.
Just getting into the hobby thanks to your site.
Was going to go 40k, but now i think DUST might be the way to go.
Thanks for all your hard work.
Are the tanks primed or base coated the faction colors? As always, good show guys.
jut got into dust and I love it, lured some friends into it as well, I would love to win at least one set to give as birthday gift to another friend.
I can see myself collecting Dust miniatures. love WW2 stuff have bolt action armies I can see myself mixing and matching some to run with things.
I have always liked the idea of Dust, the new Battlefield looks great. Great show.
Dust looks very interesting and I can see it winning over a lot of people what with the minimal amount of time you have to invest in setting up the miniatures (as demonstrated in the video) and some fantastic designs (the heavy panzer walker looks awesome).
Great show lads. I’d love to win your Dust starter sets, I’ve been looking at getting into it for sometime.
Bought Dust warfare a while ago but didnt go any further with it, but after seeing the new Dust Battlefield and those starter boxes I think i may just be tempted now to take the plunge.
Hey! Thanks for this show! 40k 7th will be waiting for me in my mailbox when I get home and I bought a bunch of Dust stuff this winter. I’m a bit confused about the Warfare/Battlefield issue. The Dust gang claim on their website that Warfare is NOT dead, but Battlefield would seem to be the replacement. Too bad I ordered and received all of those new Warfare cards. On top of that, I need to get a new book as well… glad to know that you guys seem to think it’s worth the investment and that Battlefield is included with the rulebook. Do the Tactics cards that come with the starters work with Battlefield seemlessly? Thanks again!
never seen any of the dust stuff before… assumed it would be a bit “air-fix” really impressed with it! may have to pick a few bits up!
Wow i really want to pick up dust, ive been on the fence for a while but those are awesome walkers.
Dust looks really interesting. I think I might talk my gaming group into trying it.
I did’nt know anything about Dust and all the models related to it. Boy do you guys know how to bring the level of interest to life 😉
Thank you, now I’m dribbling on my keyboard!
I really hope to see more on Dust battlefield from yau’ll! Thanks!
Dust has always looked very interesting to me but I just never pulled the trigger for one reason or another, but this video makes me want to give it another look. Is the Dust Tactics starter box
(the one with two factions in it) still a relevant starting point?
As far as WH 7th ed. I like how the psychic phase seems to work…I wish fantasy was a bit more like it.
I was really excited to hear about a dust Kickstarter. I was lucky enough to get an Axis Early Bird. Butt along with a growing number of others I have pulled out and dropped my pledge.
The Kickstarter feels like a cash grab and nothing more. With postage charges estimated at 20% of your order it is actually cheaper to buy on line than it is to back the kick starter. I suppose it comes down to a fundamental question of the intent behind a kick starter. Is it a pre order system or is it crowd funding to get a new product out there.
While I think the concept is really interesting the Kickstarter, particularly Battlefront’s responses to people, have put me off.
Would love to get into Dust Tactics, been away from wargaming for about 17 years, due to family commitments and lack of money(due to aforementioned family). This could be the way back in for me!
7th the first rulebrick that didn’t really get me excited. However, DUST have for no other reason than ithas a mech called Grand’ma
I’ve played Warfare for about two years and its fun but since the split, FFG has done nothing to support it. It’s similiar to what FFG does with X-Wing; make a great game then fail to support it.
I rather like that BF went ahead and published Warfare stats cards. They didn’t have to as that just supports the FFG players that are playing Warfare, but it’s still nice of them to support the payers.
The dust stuff looks quality!
It almost looks too easy to build, I think it would be a great opportunity to get an army painted fast and ready to play. I dont know anything about the Tactics game, but it looks like a nice game. Im gonna go check the kickstarter out now…
The post is incorrect. Battlefield is NOT a replacement for Warfare, it’s an additional way to play Dust. Battlefield is Tactics second edition without the grid; no more, no less.
Also, FFG does not have anything to do with Warfare anymore, they just have existing stock that they have to sell. The rights are with Battlefront and they have been producing new Warfare stuff like cards and the Operation Achilles PDF.
Warfare is FFG’s game which is why they are still selling it and Dust Studio’s and Battlefront are not. Battlefield is more than just a gridless tactics as it contains advanced rules such as suppression and platoon building.
I have the Dust Board Game, really hope the kickstart takes off.
I’ve played Dust Warfare, but after the Battlefront takeover has been slowly replaced by other things. These starters sets make me retake the game with my SSU.
The walkers for this game are awesome. The previous rules – tactics and warfare – were both solid and easy to pick up. What will the major changes be in Battlefield?
Battlefield will use the same stat cards as the Tactics rules with the basic rules being the same. Battlefield adds a bit more detail to Tactics such a suppression. This makes it easier to flit between Tactics and Battlefield and the rules for both are in the same rulebook, you can even use the Battlefield Advanced rules in Tactics as well. There is also a loose army building system where if you take certain units to field as a Platoon, those units will get a small bonus.
I’m slightly disappointed that 7th edition won’t have a new box set. That makes me wonder if there will be a mini rulebook. The hardback edition of the books still sounds like a big investment, especially if they will be obsolete in two years time.
But luckily I can look forward to some more painting tutorials. Some of my bigger models could use a good dusting.
Dust looks so cool, but I’ve spent so much money on deadzone already…. time to start saving again
I really, REALLY want to get into Dust, however I have just downsized in house so buying more stuff means I would suffer the wrath of my wife, but if I win it…
can you make me happy bunny and let me win one starter
I love Dust’s alternate history take on WWII and the look of the models. I’m so excited to see new models coming out I had to jump on the kickstarter.
I’m actually falling in love with Dust. My FLGS doesn’t support the game and I’m not a huge historical gamer… But the alt history and what you told me about the company has me thinking I might have to give this game a closer look.
Nice vidéo, as allways.
Please, select me for the game, I follow Dust for un long time (v1) and I love that!
I need to try Dust Battlefield and feel the power of big canons. 🙂
Feuer!!!!!!!!!!!
I love the setting of DUST but can we use the FFG models in the new game? Because my local FLGS is selling off all the old models super cheap. Could get a starter or 2 and some of these to fill out armies?
I’ve been looking at Dust for a while … I love the consistency of its universe, of how it touches just the right ammounts of pulp, sci-fi and weird. Two starters would definately help with local demoing to get some other people interested as well … 🙂
It might seem the german heavy Walker is huge, but in reel life the german plans for panzer were insane. The Maus (panzerkampfwagen VIII) is a monster, but check out the P1000…
So much looking forward to getting into DUST..
I hope they show the japanese or the vrill in Gen Con, i want more enemies for my axis
I finished Wolfenstein: The New Order last night. Loved it!! DUST Tactics’ alternative WW2 timeline looks like loads of fun in a similar vein. Really looking forward to having a game. Hope I win 🙂
Great show. Have been really looking at getting into Dust Tactics.
So here is a thought. (probably not a good one) Run a solid WWII campaign with Bolt Action or on of the others and set it to bog down, then transfer to DUST and move past the regular war and move to the alternate reality. Would be fun to load up your infantry and a Sherman or two to take on the first of the walkers. This may be way to historically fun for @warzen since we know he is not a huge historical fan (Ha even I can’t say that with a straight face anymore!), time to bring the Night Wolves to DUST.
I can see Dust being a nice intro for my tabletop gamer mates who want to dip their toes into wargaming. I like the two stage learning system. The pre-primed and easy assemble models will really appeal as does X-Wing to them. I really hope the politics over the miniature licences are ironed out to allow the game to flourish.
As for 40k, I’m one of the fortunate ones who hasnt played solidly since 4th edition. So this is the perfect stepping point back into the game (equally for new players). The books themselves are just gorgeous. I love the fact they are split up so that you only need to lug the rules around with you. The psychic phase will add a nice dimension to the game (I’m from the Dark Millenium era when vehicles had cards and each race had a deck of psyker abilities).
The unbound army lists I like a lot as it will officially allow new gamers the freedom to play with what they think looks cool and experienced gamers to do those themed armies that you’ve been dying to do since you read about them in that Black Library novel.
Read the Dust rules as was included with Wargames Illustrated a few months ago. Wasn’t impressed, but what I have seen here has made me change that opinion.
Great Show,great stuff like everytime. Hope i can get my hands on some Dust.
I hope that GW does 7th justice. 6th wasn’t bad but I am a little concerned about the speed.
I picked up the Dust revised core set last Christmas for my two boy (age 9 and 11) after we stumbled across tabletop wargames at the LGS (but who am I fooling? I got it for me!). Well, we love it, from the epic battles to hours side by side painting our troops (the “Golden Reapers” are a favorite!). I recently got the SSU Starter set for myself, and we’re now hyped to try Dust Tactics-Battlefield and those tropical walkers!. Bring on the rainy weekends (NZ winter!) – what a great way to spend “non-gadget” time with the kids!
Love to win something!
Hopefully I am not too late to try and win some Axis.
Ive keep coming back to look at dust like I am window shopping, The latest kickstarter has me so close to coming off the fence for it
Could you bulk out the starter armies with Bolt Action regular WW2 stuff I’ve already got! Or would the scales be really off?
Scales would be a bit off 🙂
love to give dust ago the time saving element reallyappeals to me
I like the look of Dust and the reduced time factor is definitively another draw. The models look really great to and the fact the come practically pre-assembled gets another thumbs up. I have take a quick look at the KS and will watch the BoW run through but I would need to consider sinking another £100 into a new game or continuing to invest in my new found love of Infinity,
Hey Tychoalpha, I also enjoy non gadget related shenanigans with my 10yo son so would be interested in your opinion of how easy the rules are to pick up for the kids? On the card game front we picked up Lords of War at Salute and love it. Just wish I’d picked up one of the gaming mats now as well!
I’d really like to know how Battlefront’s “Dust Battlefield” compares to Fantasy Flight’s “Dust Warfare” that it is replacing- but I’m hoping it will be a great jumping on point – but I just think the Dust walkers will be great to paint.
Very cool, I have been on the fence about this kickstarter – I may have to change my mind
Really looking forward to Dust to Dust. Painting these miniatures is a wonderful hobby.
I’ve had the original core set of DUST Tactics on the shelf just waiting for something like DUST Battlefield. The old Tactics is a nice little game, but since I have the terrain I’ve been itching to get the AWESOME models on real battlefields. Could use some extra models though, so hopefully the gods of raffle are smiling upon me.
Would love you guys to do a battle report with the DUST Battlefield rules before the Kickstarter ends since that would probably push me to pledge even more. Even now I’m tempted to grab a couple of those beautiful heavies (my wallet is not happy with you guys right now :D)
Really enjoying the Dust Tactics coverage. Eagerly awaiting some Dust Battlefield on that new table!
Dust Warfare is the superior rule set. Love running zombie hordes.