UK Games Expo 2017 Live Blog – Sunday
It's time for us to power on with the final day of our Live Blog coverage here at the UK Games Expo as we check out more of the games and events that have caught our eye here in Birmingham at the NEC and Hilton Metropole. We hope that you've been enjoying yourself and if you haven't been able to find us make sure to catch up with us before we head home!
What's On & Helpful Links
To give you a rundown of what's happening at the event we have some helpful links for you...
- Beginner's Guide
- Venue Information
- UK Games Expo Show Guide
- Venue Map
- Event Tickets
- Viking Village Details
We hope to meet up with you all at the event to so if you see us around make sure to come on over and say hi.
Prize Pool - Comment To Win!
- Doctor Who: Exterminate & Test Of Honor – Warlord Games
- Two One Player Starter Sets Of Your Choice – Hawk Wargames
- Event Goody Bag – GeeknSon
- RumbleSlam Base Game, Two Addition Teams, Event Exclusive – TTCombat
- Heroes Of Normandie Pointe Du Hoc & Kharnage Devil Pig Army – Devil Pig Games
- Sea Wolf Frigate Kit – DarkOps
- H.P. Lovecraft For Beginners – Chaosium
- Lost Expedition – Osprey Games
- 3x Bushido Buildings, Trees & A Pack Of Carts, + Building Moss – 4Ground
- Two Starter Sets, A Rulebook + 4Ground Terrain - GCT Studios
- A Satchel With Print Of Their Choice - Cosy Dice
- Lee & Clementine Expansion Pack - Mantic Games
- Event Exclusive Miniatures - Code Orange Games
- Food Truck - Devir Games
- Dungeon Core Set - Battle Systems
- Nine Realms - Medusa Games
- Ice Cool - Brain Games
- 7TV 1976 Annual - Crooked Dice
- Guild Ball Kick Off! Set + One Team Of Your Choice - Steamforged Games
- Cthulhu Dice Set - QWorkshop
- Imps - Triple Ace Games
- 4x4 Beach Mat - Deep Cut Studio
- Guards Of Atlantis - Wolff Designa
- SLA Industries RPG & Event Exclusive Miniature - Daruma
- AvP Second Edition & Event Miniature - Prodos Games
Make sure to also comment on the various posts throughout the Live Blog to be in with the chance of winning some great prizes. Are you joining us?
Blogging At This Event:
Talking Bags & Accessories With Cosy Dice!
We got to talk with Cosy Dice about their accessories which are fantastic for gamers to pick up here at the event.
They do all manner of interesting designs and you can even get some pieces made to order if you like.
Find Out About The Combat Of Gladiatores
Dawn was able to sit down with with Gladiatores and learn about this game which looks like it could be great for replicating the blood on the sand of the arena.
You can come and find out more about the game at UK Games Expo and also on the website...
Check It Out Here - http://badcatgames.eu/games/gladiatores/
Delve Into the Worlds Of Brutal Kingdom & Kerala
We sit down and find out more of what's going on with these smaller games, Brutal Kingdom and Kerala.
If you're interested in these games you can dive in and check them out here at the UK Games Expo and online.
Dawn Chats With Arcane Wonders About Mage Wars
Mage Wars Academy and Mage Wars Arena give you the feel of a magical card game while removing the luck of the draw aspect. Choose your spells, put them in a tome and off you go!
Make sure you get your comments in to win a copy of Mage Wars Academy from Arcane Wonders.
A Chat With Dized Explains How An App Can Teach You Your Games
Dawn sits down to have a chat about an awesome add on for gaming. Dized promises to real time to teach you how to play your games. Companies are literally reaching out to these guys for them to build the interface for their rules.
This will take the burden off of someone to have to read the rules and try to teach the game the game to you and your friends. Pretty cool!
Table Top Meets Tech In Lightseekers Game
Dawn had a look at an exciting new game called Lightseekers. Lightseekers combines video gaming with tabletop and card gaming. You can play the game strictly in the app, strictly on the tabletop or as a hybrid of the two.
Probably the coolest aspect of this is the interactive figures that can be used in the game. You see them come to life in the game and they have interchangeable parts so you can switch their weapons and accessories.
The changes you make to your figure are recognized real time in the games.
Playing Ticket To Ride & Viticulture In The Open Gaming Room
One of the great things about the UK Games Expo is the fact that you can dive into the Open Gaming Room and play some of the board games and card games you've picked up over the weekend.
With that in mind we take a look at two of them, Viticulture and Ticket To Ride, as they are great for the tabletop.
Wrestling In The Ring With Luchador!
We were back in the Open Gaming Area here at the UK Games Expo over the weekend and found out what it was like to play the Luchador game.
This one looks like it's a lot of fun and you could really get stuck into this one with a party of friends.
Cover Your Lanes Of Fire With Spectre Miniatures Modern Warfare Range
We stopped in to talk Historical and Modern Warfare era combat with Spectre Miniatures today to find out what they have coming down the line.
There are some fantastic miniatures set up for this collection and the rules are perfect for simulating modern engagements.
Next Year, Hit Up The Wotan Bus!
The guys at Wotan might have got themselves the best place to play games yet, a big board game bus. They have been showing off their products here all across the weekend.
You need to make sure you find this next time you come to the UK Games Expo!
Find Out More About The Game On Guys!
Game On are here to try and help people get their board games and ideas onto the tabletop. They are there to facilitate the production of board and card games from budding designers.
They were supplying some cool components to give people a chance to show off their skills this weekend. You might want to go and check these folks out.
Treasure Hunting + Goodies At UK Games Expo
One of the things they always run here at UK Games Expo is the Treasure Hunt where you have to go and find specific things throughout the show.
You will HAVE to try and find everything next year when you arrive if this year got you excited.
Modern Military Miniatures Hit From Rubicon
If you're interested in the world of modern military history then you might want to check out these models from the guys at Rubicon.
These folks have done some great stuff when it comes to World War II and it's only getting better.
Check Out The Quirky Jewellery Of Pony, Pony, Pony
Pony, Pony, Pony are delving into some quirky and interesting looking jewellery which might suit you or fans of tabletop gaming.
It's not just games here as they always have vendors who are selling lifestyle pieces.
Guessing The Murderer With Mysterium in The Gaming Hall
Dawn was able to stop in with the folks playing a game of Mysterium in the Gaming Hall here at the UK Games Expo.
This is a fantastic game which allows you to work together to try and find out who killed the poor ghost. It features fantastic artwork and much more.
Find Out About The Dark World Of Shadows Of Esteren
If you like the idea of some alternative role-plays featuring some amazing artwork and more then the Shadows Of Esteren is a world that you need to try and delve into.
We stopped off with them to have a look at some of their books and their amazing art direction.
Become A Formal Ferret & Get A Bit Wordsy Too
We stop off with the quirky fellows behind Formal Ferret and Wordsy.
This pair of games look rather funky and could be nice small games to add into your collection. We do love a bit of quirk...
Tackle Yourself A MourneQuest On The Tabletop
We are looking to adventure on a MourneQuest with this neat looking game on the tabletop.
If this interests you let us know in the comments and we'll see if we can maybe get this on the Let's Play.
Embrace The Dance Of The Fireflies On The Tabletop
If you're interested in trying out a game which features one of the coolest components I've seen (that tree!) then make sure to check out what Dawn thought of Dance Of The Fireflies.
Make sure to comment below if this one particularly caught your attention.
Happy Sunday!
happy sunday
@deltagamegirl22
great coverage from the show thanks to all the team its just been addedd to my future show visit plans. im not sure my bank manager will be as enthusiastic though lol
These blogs really keep me going through the weekends. Thanks BoW crew!
Great to see everyone out enjoying the day, enjoying life and the freedom to do what they enjoy and not give in to fear.
My thoughts are with the people of London after the horrible events of last night, also my thoughts are with the people of Manchester.
People going to events like this despite what has happened shows the resilience of this nation, and the refusal to let hatred and fear rule our lives. Enjoy your day if you are in Birmingham.
There was no obvious increased security at the event on Saturday. Not a bag search, nor any Police, but thankfully all okay.
That’s odd, we had our bags searched every time we went in the building on Friday and Saturday, and also saw sniffer dogs patrolling three times.
Happy sunday guys and have a great day! Thanks for the blogs!
Always love the BoW convention blogs. It’s great to see what’s happening even if I can’t be there myself.
These expos always look like so much fun!
Very nice coverage. Honestly too many interesting things to mention. Great job and safe travels.
I look forward to see Warren in full Viking uniform battling it out in a mock battle 🙂
Really no Age of Sigmar Skirmish
Thanks guys for making us feel part of it all!
looking forward to seeing what turns up today
On our way home after a fantastic weekend! A little tired and a lot skint!! Great to see some familiar wargaming stands there.
First time posting and first time at the Expo. Fantastic 3 days would recommend it to anyone even remotely interested in gaming. One disturbing sight was Warren showing a great deal in the tails of equestria rpg.
I really need to visit some of these cons in the future.
Cant wait to catch up on these later – best way to extend con experience!
Wish i could follow. Actually im in for the price grab.
Doing a great job guys.
Everything looks great so far! Thanks for all the coverage.
Well what a great weekend loads of demos played, feet warn out and spent to much as always . But can’t wait for next year . Great job all.
Amazing coverage. Thanks to the whole team for there great work.
Thanks for covering the expo and all the exciting things there. All the best to everyone there!
This event and BoWs coverage has given me a wee boost to my tabletop gaming (that I’ve sadly neglected) – keep it coming guys! What? Last day? Boo!
Awesome show and great coverage!
Love the beasts of war!