Tabletop Wargaming News

What is “solo tabletop wargaming”?Solo tabletop wargaming refers to the practice of playing a wargame by oneself—i.e. without a human opponent. Instead of two (or more) players maneuvering armies or units against each other, a solo wargamer must rely on mechanisms, systems, or aids to simulate the actions, decisions, or randomness of an opponent. The […]

Experience an Eagles to Glory After Action Report showcasing Napoleonic armies clashing at Hidden Fords, where Austrian defenders face French attackers in an epic battle of strategy, discovery, and intense combat across expansive terrain.

Tabletop wargaming has long been a social pastime—armies lining up across a battlefield, dice rattling, and friends strategizing together. But for many, especially during the pandemic, solo tabletop wargaming became not just an alternative, but a deeply rewarding way to play. Here are the top five reasons solo play has grown in popularity, supported with insights from […]

Personalizing Play and Enhancing Historical Feel House Rules in Tabletop Wargaming are almost as old as the hobby itself. While official rulebooks set the framework, players often find that the written rules don’t fully capture the experience they want at the table. Whether it’s adding more historical depth, streamlining complex mechanics, or balancing the game […]

Wargaming the Napoleonic era has long challenged players to balance historical authenticity with playability. Enter Eagles to Glory rules—a newly published ruleset from Chris Wilkowski and Tim Harwood that aims to capture the sweep and structure of grand tactical warfare without bogging players down in endless charts or micro-mechanics. After reading through the full 2025 […]

Which systems give you the best mix of historical immersion, replayability, and ease of play—when flying solo? Napoleonic Campaign Systems can be a real joy for history buffs and tabletop generals alike—but what if you’re playing solo? Fortunately, there’s a growing number of systems that offer a satisfying experience without needing a second opponent or […]

Looking for a **tabletop simulator alternative**? Discover five top virtual platforms that bring board games to life online. From easy-to-use browser-based solutions like **Tabletopia** and **Board Game Arena**, to highly customizable options like **Vassal** and **Tabletop Playground**, these alternatives offer unique features for every type of tabletop gaming experience.

This is an article about wargaming terrain, but allow me to begin with a car driving example. Imagine driving down a straight, relatively flat two-lane country road and suddenly encountering a car coming at you in YOUR LANE! What a shock. Where did it come from? Why didn’t I see the car earlier. This scenario […]

With the upcoming release of a new/updated rules for Warlord Games‘ Bolt Action Tabletop wargame rules, I was intrigued with the ‘snippets’ of rules updates that were previewed on their community news feed. Of most interest were the revised rules that pertained to the Shooting Phase of the game and the Morale factors. I will […]

n the digital age, the way we play board games has evolved dramatically. Tabletop Simulator has emerged as a premier platform for virtual tabletop gaming, offering unparalleled flexibility and a vast library of games.

The evolution from traditional tabletop wargaming to online platforms signifies a monumental shift in the gaming world.  For players such as myself, the ability for wargaming online has provided me opportunities to play in ways that I could not have been able to do otherwise.  Understanding this transition and its impact on the gaming community […]

Warhall is an online wargaming platform that allows for players across the globe to compete in sci-fi and fantasy battles. It’s a thrilling journey into a world of elves, orc armies, and castles, where players clash on a virtual tabletop. As a player, you can move your characters and units across the tabletop battlefield and […]

As technology continues to advance, industry leaders are predicting exciting developments for the future of online wargaming.

Although tabletop wargamers like me are excited by the new version of this tabletop wargame rules set, we still feel that the rules set needs a bit of re-organization . And we did just that.

It’s amazing to discover that many of SPI’s original tabletop wargames are now available on TTS to enjoy again.

Little Wars TV has done an excellent job of bringing a simple rule set to the black powder period of wargaming.

We’re working on a series of battle maps to add to the Workshop collection on Tabletop Simulator for use with Black Powder or even Bolt Action games.

Just a quick post to let everyone know that we have set up a Facebook Group so that we can connect and share.

https://youtu.be/Kb779LNdPMs Cyber Wars 2020 is breaking new ground with its ‘virtual’ game conference format this year.  Forced to change their ‘in-person’ plans for this year’s event due to COVID-19, the event garnered praise as an additional conference format going forward. Many people do not have the time and/or budget to attend the wargaming events held […]

Gentlemen (and Ladies), There are those among us who are younger than I am. But, as anyone who plays wargames knows, it is a hobby that taps into the young spirit inside of all of us. Who doesn’t have those distant childhood memories of playing cowboys and Indians in the tall grass of the back […]