Miniature Wargames Magazine

11 July 2025

In Issue 508 of Miniature Wargames, we bring you another fantastic line-up of gaming content—ranging from gripping historical 'what-ifs' to cinematic fantasy battles, Cold War confrontations, and wild west shootouts. Gracing the cover is The Fords of Isen, a spectacular Lord of the Rings show game using an adapted version of Valour & Fortitude. If you're a fan of Middle-earth, this one's not to be missed. This issue includes: Command Decision: Jon Sutherland presents Incident at Omdurman, a colonial-era ‘what if?’ scenario set on 2nd September 1898. It's the first part of a two-part series, with the tabletop battle to follow in next month’s issue. Send Three and Fourpence: Mr Kinch takes us into a snowbound Ardennes with In A Rather Unsightly Bulge—a multiplayer Memoir ’44 game reimagined for the tabletop. Fulda Gap: Cold War goes hot in this ultimate ‘what if?’ setting. We bring you two intense scenarios that explore the clash between NATO and Warsaw Pact forces. Transatlantic: An exclusive interview with Hudson Adams of Wargames Atlantic, sharing insights into what’s on the horizon at WA HQ. Winchesters are Plentiful – Part 2: Back in the Wild West, we return to Tales of Derring Do with the second part of our scenario series featuring the infamous Horrell Boys. Sentry Duty: Paul McCay paints up WWII German troops from Wargames Atlantic, using the new Army Painter Fanatic historical paint range—perfect for your next project. Furious Fusillade: We bring you a photographic report from the Broadside show—packed with highlights and games that stole the spotlight. Scratch Build: Something a little different—a windmill build with a whimsical twist, perfect for adding unique flair to your tabletop scenery. Whether you're into historical reimaginings, fantasy warfare, or hobby builds, Issue 508 has something to fire every wargamer’s imagination.