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Germans Get Warm In Winter Clothing For Warlord’s Bolt Action

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Following on from the addition of US Infantry in winter clothing from last week we have the Germans kitted out in their warmest wraps now too. See what you think of Warlord's metal Infantry Squad for the Grenadiers in Bolt Action...

Weekender: 3D Printed Fantasy Terrain & Unboxing The Glacier King

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P-VLOG: Ersatz Panther – From Parts To Painted

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Welcome to this P-VLog with the Tank God John. In it we'll be taking one of Warlord Games' new Ersatz Panther kits from start to finish beginning with building the kit, then we get some painting and weathering done.

Warlord Scout Ahead With Bolt Action Armoured Cars

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Warlord Games have added another pre-order set to their website for Bolt Action. To help protect those new Winter Infantry for the US we also have an Armoured Car Squadron which contains both M8s and M20s which will provide you with some much needed covering fire...

The US Winter Infantry Have Arrived For Bolt Action

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Warlord Games have now released their US Winter Infantry for Bolt Action. These miniatures will be useful when you want to make yourself a themed force and I have to say Winter is probably one of my favourite themes for an army. See what you think of the main set...

Bolt Action Locked & Loaded: Assault Or Shoot?

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Welcome back to another episode of Bolt Action Locked & Loaded where we talk about your options when you get close to foes in Warlord Games' World War II 28mm wargame.

Bolt Action Locked & Loaded XLBS: Target Priority – Who To Shoot?

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We're go Backstage to talk about what you should be shooting at when it comes to your activation in Bolt Action by Warlord Games.

Community Painting Picks – Dragon Riders & The WWII Japanese!

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It's time for another visit to the forums where we pick out some of our favourite work by the community from the last week or so. Come and let us know which you like and what you've been working on!

VLOG: Experimenting With Hot Wire Cutting

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In this weeks VLOG we're experimenting with Hot Wire Cutting and discussing some upcoming shows that we're planning too!

Warlord Games Place The IS-3 On The Soviet Production Line

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Soviet Bolt Action players will soon be getting the latest in WWII Soviet tank technology as the IS-3 appears on the Warlord production line.

A New King Tiger Rolls Onto The Battlefield Of Bolt Action

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Warlord Games have added another version of the King Tiger to their webstore which will be a handy addition to any German army in Bolt Action. This tweaked tank comes with a Porsche Turret and there are also some alternatives for a Henchel bodied version too...

Winter Sales Watch – Found Any Good Bargains Online?

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Just like last year now is the time where we start to see a lot of the bargains popping up online in time for Christmas. We've collated a few of them but this is by no means all of them...

JTFM Enterprises Previews M4A3E2 Jumbo Work In Progress

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JTFM Enterprises has given us a look at some early examples of a WIP for the M4A3E2 Jumbo tank of WWII.

Warlord Drive Out A W.I.P Pakwagen For Bolt Action

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Warlord Games have another vehicle in the works for Bolt Action, this time for the Germans. Pretty soon we will be seeing the Sd.Kfz 234/4 Pakwagen armoured car drive out into the war, complete with its 75mm Pak 40 gun. That's gunna hurt!

Recreate The Assault of Brecourt Manor With New Terrain From Warlord

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Warlord Games has joined with Mandatory Miniatures to offer their next set of terrain pieces for Bolt Action. This time it is gun emplacement in their trench system.

Meet The SS-Ki For Bolt Action – The Japanese Swiss Army Knife Vehicle

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If you're looking to get something built, destroyed, tweaked, or burnt on the battlefield and you play as the Japanese in Bolt Action see what you think of the SS-Ki from Warlord Games...

Bolt Action Locked & Loaded: What Makes A Good Bolt Action Table?

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We have a chat with Chez from Warlord Games about what makes for a good Bolt Action Table allowing both sides to have some fun.

Bolt Action Locked & Loaded XLBS: Tactical Cover Tips & Tricks

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We're back looking at some of the sneaky cover based tricks and tactics you can employ during your games of Bolt Action from Warlord Games.

Bolt Action Project VLOG – Building WWII Armies

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Hey there folks! We're going to be kicking off the progress on a number of Bolt Action armies and of course we're going to be sharing it with you all in another Project VLOG.

Unboxing: Bolt Action Hanomag Plastic Box Set

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The guys get stuck in with another Bolt Action unboxing, this time featuring the Hanomag Half Track Plastic Box Set for the German Army.

The Artillery Comes Rolling In For Bolt Action From Warlord

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The M21 Mortar Carrier provide mobility to the front line troops by making the 81mm mortar available to be put into action rather quickly.

Join Merrill’s Marauders In Bolt Action & Begin Jungle Fighting

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If you're looking to get stuck in and start taking the fight to the Japanese in your games of Bolt Action then pick up Merrill's Marauders from Warlord Games for Bolt Action. These are soldiers who made quite the name for themselves...

VLOG: Anarchy Models In The Studio

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John's been a busy boy this week so we thought why not get him to front the vlog as well while he's at it. John has been joined in the studio by Brian from Anarchy models who is about to launch a new Kickstarter!

Unboxing: Bolt Action Marder III Tank Destroyer

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We have a distinct looking vehicle for this Bolt Action unboxing as the guys take a look at the Marder III Ausf. M Tank Destroyer, one of the most widely used vehicles of this type by the Germans during World War II.

Your Tank Looks Too Clean! Put More Stuff On It With Stowage From Warlord

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Warlord Games is making easier to add a touch of realism to your armoured vehicles with a special offer.

Weekender XLBS: Ebay Army Perils & Games Workshop’s Money Machine

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Sit back and relax with us on a Sunday as we talk about converting your armies and discuss the merits of buying from Ebay as well as the profit machine that is Games Workshop... Join Backstage With a Free Trial

Weekender XLBS: Dungeon Delving Show Update & More Star Wars X-Wing!

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Relax and unwind with us this Sunday morning as we get stuck into The Weekender XLBS... Go Backstage To Watch With A Free Trial

Bolt Action Locked & Loaded: High Explosive Ammo Tactics

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It's time for the return of Bolt Action Locked & Loaded! This time the guys are talking about some of the tactics you can explore during your World War II games concerning High Explosive Shells.

Bolt Action Locked & Loaded XLBS: Ambush Tactics

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Sometimes the best offensive tactic is to dig in and do some ambushing in Bolt Action. Chez from Warlord Games and Justin talk about the kind of advantages and disadvantages there are in employing these orders in battle.

The Eagle Has Landed For Bolt Action From Warlord

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The Eagle Has Landed set for Bolt Action from Warlord Games, brings back great memories. Now you can put yourself into the action with this set.

Perry Miniatures Goes Mobile With Guns For The British

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Imagine racing through the desert in one of these lobbing shells at the enemy, while kicking up the sand!

VLOG – Bolt Action Locked & Loaded Returns

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Warren takes us through an update of what's happening with Beasts of War including a discussion of a possible PLOG (you might need some boots, clothes and a motorcycle for this one). Plus, he shows off his latest Ebay purchase.

Unboxing: Bolt Action Panzer III Zug Plastic Box Set

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We have tanks aplenty for this unboxing as we take a look at a box set of three plastic Panzer III Zug's for Bolt Action. The kit in this box allows you to build the Panzer III as one of four variants.

Unboxing: Bolt Action Flammpanzerwagen

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Things are heating up as the guys take a look at the SD.KFZ 251/16 Flammpanzerwagen for Bolt Action. This is a German half-track with the addition of two flame projectors mounted on the sides of the vehicle. Flame On!

Hit The Desert Sands With New Bolt Action Sourcebook

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Warlord Games have another sourcebook planned for Bolt Action and it has popped up on Amazon. Duel In The Sun is quite fitting considering out recent article series on The Desert War by oriskany and will see you fighting out both the Italian and African campaigns of World War II...

Grab Yourself A Legend Of The Silver Screen For Bolt Action

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Yes, they've gone and done it. Warlord Games have made a miniature of Sir Christopher Lee for you to use in your games of Bolt Action. Flying Officer CFC Lee is a Veteran Air Observer with some really neat special rules based on his heroism during World War II...

Weekender XLBS: Clear Bases – Yay Or Nay & A Battle Report Challenge

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Join us for loads of hobby chatter and the chance to come and join us for some Battle Reports here in the studio! Join Backstage Here

Weekender: AvP Unboxed & Win Kings Of War Prizes!

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We're chatting Alien Vs Predator, Bolt Action Planes (Wroooom!) and the future of Kings Of War, plus giving away some prizes! Come and join us for The Weekender...

New Bolt Action Fallschirmjager Army Now On Pre-Order!

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Paratroop into the middle of the action and strike hard with the new Fallschirmjager Starter Army now on pre-order from Warlord Games for Bolt Action. See what you think of the contents...

New Sneak Peek Has You Lugging Around Big Bolt Action Guns

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Warlord Games have shared another green work-in-progress model from their upcoming Sherman Tank Crew set for Bolt Action. Complete with machine gun slung over his shoulder this chap looks like he means business...

Warlord Posts Experimental Aircraft Rules For Bolt Action

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Now you can add aircraft to your games of Bolt Action, with these experimental rules from Warlord Games.

Unboxing: Bolt Action Soviet BT-7 Fast Tank

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We take to the Russian battlefields as the guys unbox the BT-7 Fast Tank for Bolt Action. A early war Soviet cavalry tank that could reach impressive speeds of up to 53mph.