Playing A Naughty Little Game With Red Sonja

From Dynamite Entertainment

Board game and swords and sorcery fans rejoice: the "She-Devil with a Sword" will transport players inside the world of Red Sonja this April! Dynamite Entertainment and Lynnvander Studios are proud to announce that Red Sonja: Hyrkania's Legacy, their highly anticipated board game, is available for pre-order. This new co-operative game retails for $39.99 and features stunning artwork from Dynamite's comic book series written by industry icons Gail Simone and Marguerite Bennett, among others.

"Our experiences with Lynnvander Studios have been outstanding, and they did an incredible job creating this game," said Nick Barrucci, CEO and Publisher of Dynamite Entertainment. "We can't wait for the fans to see and play Red Sonja: Hyrkania's Legacy-it will provide both Red Sonja and board game fans alike with an addictive gameplay experience they'll play again and again!"

Red Sonja: Hyrkania's Legacy allows players to participate as one of their favorite Red Sonja comic book characters, ranging from the Barbarian Osin to the famous Red Sonja herself! These heroes will champion all that is the Hyborian good in 90 minutes, as four to six players travel across the realm of Hyrkania and face dangerous warriors, mythical beasts, and the walking souls that haunt the lands.

This game will challenge you and excite you-everything you need is provided at the gaming table, just bring your friends, your love of Red Sonja, and your thirst for adventure! Fans of Red Sonja and board games are encouraged to reserve theirs with their local comic book retailers today.

Thunderbirds Are Go!

From Modiphius Entertainment

Modiphius Entertainment is proud to announce a licensing deal with ITV Studios Global Entertainment to develop a co-operative tabletop board game based on the classic 1960s' television series Thunderbirds.

Set in the year 2065, Thunderbirds follows the exploits of International Rescue: a secret organisation committed to saving human life, secretly founded and funded by the millionaire Tracy family. International Rescue has a host of technologically advanced land-, sea-, air-, and space-rescue vehicles and equipment ready to launch at a moment's notice.

Esdevium Games will be presenting the Thunderbirds Co-operative Game on Stand E109 at Toy Fair on 20th-22nd January in London.

To bring the ultimate Thunderbirds experience to the tabletop, Modiphius has partnered with Matt "Brains" Leacock, designer of the hit games Pandemic, Forbidden Desert, and Forbidden Island.


"I've had a great time immersing myself in the world of Thunderbirds, learning all about the Tracy family, Lady Penelope, and all their wonderful gear. This game will give players the chance to see how they would perform in the role of the Tracys. Will they be able to anticipate global disasters and complete impossible rescue missions? This game will test each player's nerve, logistical sense, and mettle," said Matt Leacock. "It'll tell you if you could be a Tracy!"


Planned for release in Autumn 2015 and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the cult TV show, the game will feature the iconic Thunderbirds machines and a high octane world full of disasters for players to come to the rescue. The Thunderbirds Co-operative Game will have the usual high quality design and components that fans of games produced by Matt Leacock and Modiphius have come to expect.


"Thunderbirds has always been the geek dad brand of choice as people introduce models of Thunderbird 2 or the original TV show to their kids," said Chris Birch, Publishing Director of Modiphius."From collecting the models and avidly watching the shows as a kid, it has been a dream of mine to create an awesome game with Thunderbirds. With Matt Leacock on board, I know we'll be able to create the ideal co-operative gaming experience for whole families to enjoy the Tracys' world. F-A-B!"

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First look at the Tracy Brothers from the forthcoming Thunderbirds series.

Fifty years after its television début the iconic series is back in production featuring a talented cast led by Rosamund Pike (The World’s End, Gone Girl) as Lady Penelope and David Graham (Thunderbirds 1965) reprising his role as chauffeur and International Rescue agent Parker. 

Debuting on ITV [in the UK] in 2015 this re-invention of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson’s much-loved series will be produced using an innovative mix of CGI animation and live-action miniature sets. 

Unstoppable inventor Brains will be voiced by Kayvan Novak (Fonejacker, Facejacker) whilst Tracy brothers Gordon and John are both played by Thomas Brodie-Sangster (Love Actually, Game of Thrones). 

Rasmus Hardiker (Saxondale, Lead Balloon) has been cast as both the youngest and oldest Tracy brothers Alan and Scott. 

The fifth Tracy brother, Virgil, will be played by David Menkin. 

Tracy Island matriarch Grandma Tracy is voiced by Sandra Dickinson (Amazing World of Gumball, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy) and master villain The Hood played by Andres Williams (M.I. High, Foyle’s War). 

Plus Thunderbirds Are Go! will feature new characters including Kayo, the Tracy brothers’ friend and fellow island resident, who will be played by Angel Coulby (Merlin, Dancing on the Edge) and Colonel Casey voiced by Adjoa Andoh (Invictus, Doctor Who).

IDW GAMES TO RELEASE THE X-FILES BIG BOX BOARD GAME

From IDW Entertainment

This summer, fans of The X-Files will have a brand-new way to search for the truth, with the release of a brand-new big box board game! Players will get the chance to take on the role of Mulder, Scully, and the X-Files team as they work to uncover global conspiracies and threats while going up against various members of the Syndicate.

"To me, there's no more exciting title than The X-Files," says IDW Director of New Business, Jerry Bennington. "Who wouldn't want the chance to play as the wise cracking Fox Mulder or the incredibly intelligent Dana Scully? And what show created more classic villains than The X-Files? I still remember the first time I laid eyes on Flukeman, now we'll give fans the chance to lose sleep all over again!"

The X-Files board game will focus heavily on material from the first three seasons of the television series, giving fans a chance to start from the beginning of the phenomenon. IDW Games has enlisted top-notch designer, Kevin Wilson (Arkham Horror, Descent, Civilization) to bring The X-Files to the strategy board game community. Acclaimed gallery and comic book artist, menton3 (Memory Collectors, The X-Files: Season 10) brings his talents to the board gaming world by providing art direction for this project as well as the stunning box art. Designed for a playtime of between sixty and ninety minutes, two to five players will face off against one friend who will control the Smoking Man and his nefarious network.

IDW Games will release The X-Files game in July with a suggested retail price of $59.99. Get ready to find the truth on your tabletop!

Godzilla Stomp Card Game

Order Yours Here For Only $11.99!

Source: Entertainment Earth

Godzilla Stomp Card Game

• The Terror of Tokyo card game!
• Mayhem and destruction on the go!
• Smash, stomp, and dominate your friends!

In this fast-paced game of citywide destruction, players pick from Godzilla, Mechagodzilla, Mothra, Battra, or Destroyah, and compete to smash as much of the city as possible. In Godzilla: Stomp!, players choose the ferocity of their attacks from round to round to rack up as much destruction as possible- attack early to smash a single building, or go on a rampage to destroy several at once! Lay waste to the high-value skyscraper, or hope to get a collection of power plants! This lightweight card game includes 42 building cards and 30 monster attack cards, and is ideal for Godzilla gaming on the go. Two to five players can play a speedy game of monster mayhem anytime, anyplace.

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Privateer Press Announces Voltron: Defender of the Universe Game Contents

Source: Privateer Press

Privateer Press has just released the official content list for its Voltron: Defender of the Universe battle miniatures game (PIP 50030).

The game, which has an MSRP of $49.99, will contain 22 pre-painted plastic figures, including Voltron, 5 Voltron Lions, 5 Galaxy Garrison Cruisers, Lo-Tron, 1 Prince Lotor’s Command Ship, 4 Robeasts, and 5 Lo-Tron Force Skull Ships. The game will also include 1 double-sided play mat, 24 specialty dice, 4 status counters, and a full-color rulebook.

“When we set out to create the first-ever Voltron tabletop miniatures game, we wanted to make sure everything about it drew the player right into the Voltron universe and thrust them front and center in the battle for control of the galaxy,” said Privateer Press Chief Creative Officer Matt Wilson. “This July, everyone who once dreamed of being part of the Voltron Force will finally have their chance to ‘form blazing sword’ and take control of the indomitable Defender of the Universe.”

For more information on Monsterpocalypse and the Voltron: Defender of the Universe battle miniatures game, visit www.monsterpocalypse.com and www.voltron.com.

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Privateer Press To Release "Voltron" Game This Summer

Source: Privateer Press

Privateer Press has just announced that the highly anticipated Voltron: Defenders of the Universe battle miniatures game (PIP 50030) for Monsterpocalypse will be released July 2010 with an MSRP of $49.99.

The Voltron game will include everything two players need to stage epic battles between the forces of Voltron and the Galaxy Alliance and Lo-Tron of the fiendish Drule Empire. Part of the popular Monsterpocalypse line, Voltron: Defender of the Universe will be completely compatible with all current Monsterpocalypse series.

In celebration of the release, Privateer Press is offering the Voltron: Defender of the Universe Launch Kit (PIP 50033, MSRP $399.92) to brick-and-mortar retailers. The kit includes eight copies of the Voltron: Defenders of the Universe battle miniatures game and two limited edition Mega Voltron figures for use in promoting the game’s release in the store. Retailers can pre-order the Voltron: Defenders of the Universe Launch Kit through their distributor now.

For more information on Monsterpocalypse and the Voltron: Defenders of the Universe battle miniatures game, visit http://www.monsterpocalypse.com/ and http://www.voltron.com/.

Privateer Press, inc. is a privately held producer of entertainment and hobby brands based in the Seattle area. Its products include the Monsterpocalypse collectible miniatures game, the award-winning WARMACHINE and HORDES hobby miniatures games, the award-winning Iron Kingdoms property, Bodger Games, the full-color No Quarter Magazine, and the Formula P3 hobby line. To learn more about Privateer Press, visit http://www.privateerpress.com/



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Privateer Press Adds Voltron To Monsterpocalypse

Source: Privateer Press

Privateer Press, Inc. and World Event Productions, Ltd. are proud to announce an agreement giving Privateer Press rights to license the widely popular Voltron Defender of the Universe for Privateer’s hit collectible miniatures game Monsterpocalypse. The new set is expected to release in early 2010 and will feature iconic characters from the classic Voltron animated series.

Matt Wilson, Privateer Press’ Chief Creative Officer and Monsterpocalypse creator, said about the agreement, “Monsterpocalypse was created with the goal of being able to feature guest stars from our favorite films and TV shows that have done so much to inspire the creation of the game. Along with millions of other fans since Voltron hit our airwaves in the 80s, we at Privateer have all been in love with that indomitable Defender of the Universe, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to see Voltron as the very first media celebrity to be featured in Monsterpocalypse.”

Tiffany Ilardi, Managing Director of World Events, added, “WEP is excited to bring fans of both Monsterpocalypse and Voltron together exclusively to further immerse themselves in the mythology and magic of Voltron. It’s a perfect fit.”

Jeremy Corray, Creative Director for WEP and head geek, concluded, “Privateer Press’ passion for play and devotion to detail will deliver, for the first time ever, a Voltron-themed tabletop game that will allow anyone behind the Lion to ‘Form Blazing Sword’ on wild new Robeast creations that fit perfectly in the Monsterpocalypse world. We can’t wait!”

The announcement comes as Voltron celebrates its 25th anniversary as a global animated icon and the brand builds towards new entertainment announcements, including a big-budget live-action movie on the scale of Transformers. Join the celebration at www.voltron.com

More information regarding pricing and release dates, as well as news regarding the Monsterpocalypse: Voltron set, will be announced as it becomes available on www.monsterpocalypse.com.

About the Monsterpocalypse Collectible Miniatures Game

Monsterpocalypse, the collectible miniatures game (CMG), brings the giant-monster genre—a pop culture favorite—to the tabletop in the form of a fast-paced, action-packed game. Designed by Matt Wilson, the award-winning creator of WARMACHINE and HORDES, Monsterpocalypse leverages the critically acclaimed abilities of Privateer Press as a leading miniatures manufacturer to enter a new category of product with a property that appeals to a worldwide fan base of all ages. Players can visit www.monsterpocalypse.com for game previews and updates.

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A New Godzilla Board Game Is In The Early Development Stage

Written By: Ken Hulsey
Source: i09.com

Godzilla fans will soon be able to cause their own miniature destruction when veteran game designer Richard Berg unveils his brand-new kaiju board game. The game,which is presently in the early stages of development, will feature some Toho's famous giant monsters including Godzilla, Rodan, King Ghidorah, and Gigan. The plan for this new game is for it to be "non-collectible", which means all the required figures and game pieces will come in one box. That, however, doesn't rule out the possibility of expansion sets and new monsters in the future.

At this time Berg is conducting "play-test sessions" and adjusting the rules for better game play.

Here is a description of how the game will work from i09.com:

The mechanics are intended to be relatively simple and fast moving. Players split a set number of action points per turn between their monsters and military units. Monsters collect victory points by trashing buildings, stomping tanks and beating each other up with fists, nuclear breath, claws and other attacks. Monster-on-monster combat involves playing a series of attack cards that define how many dice you roll. Everyone rolls a pile of dice and figures out how many hits they've scored.

Look for this one to be released in 2009...........awsome!

The Giant Monster Game Monsterpocalypse Sells Out!

Source: Privateer Press

Privateer Press™ has announced thatstarter sets for their new collectible miniatures game: Monsterpocalypse Series 1: Rise (PIP 50001) have sold out at the manufacturer level prior tothe product’s upcoming launch date of October 10th 2008.

“We have seen such an overwhelming demand,” said Sherry Yeary, President of Privateer Press. “That we already have a re-stock of starter sets ordered and due to arrive in November.” Currently, Privateer Press still has Series1: Rise Monster boosters and Unit boosters in stock to accommodate the ever-increasing demand for the game. In addition, starter sets will be readily available at the distribution and retail level to support the launch since the majority of initial distributor orders have been filled. “With free, fully-supported organized play kicking off with the launch of the product,” Yeary continued, “and escalating interest and awareness for the game, we want to assure our distribution partners, core hobby retailers and all of our excited fans and players that we will do everything we can to have Monsterpocalypse product available throughout the holidays and into2009.”

Monsterpocalypse, the Collectible Miniatures Game (CMG), brings the giant monster genre – a pop culture favorite – to the tabletop in the form of afast-paced, action-packed game. Designed by Matt Wilson, the award-winning creator of WARMACHINE and HORDES, Monsterpocalypse leverages the critically acclaimed abilities of Privateer Press as a leading miniatures manufacturer to enter a new category of product with a property that appeals to a worldwide fan base of all ages. Players can visit www.monsterpocalypsegame.com for previews and updates about the game.

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Monsterpocalypse Set To Ravage The World October 10th!

Source: Privateer Press

Privateer Press has announced that Monsterpocalypse, their new collectible miniatures game, has an official street date of October 10th, 2008. The long-awaited, action packed strategy game has already riveted the attention of the hobby game industry, making a big impression at the GAMA Trade show, International Comic Con in San Diego,Gen Con in Indianapolis and PAX in Seattle.

“The attention that this game has received so far has been huge,” stated Matt Wilson, Creative Director for Privateer Press. “We already have a huge audience burning to get their hands on Monsterpocalypse.” More good news followed as Privateer Press also recently announced that Monsterpocalypse will be fully supported by free Organized Play at the launch of the game on October 10th. Retailers who have ordered the Launch Event Kit from theirdistributor will receive 3 limited edition Mega Form figures which will be given away as prizes for Organized Play events, and the program will be supported by an all-new online event management site,www.privateerevents.com. In addition, Privateer Press has mailed out promotional kits to help retailers build excitement in their store prior to the street date, and demo kits are currently being sent out to Press Gang Volunteers to continue to show off the game all throughout its launch.

“We have set the stage for a highly successful launch and everyone is very excited,” said Wilson. Not wanting to give everything away at once, Wilson also added “This is really only the beginning for Monsterpocalypse, we have some great surprises we’ll be unveiling soon.”

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Monsterpocalypse: Cataclysm Event And CMG Launch At Gen Con Indy

Source: Privateer Press

The Monsterpocalypse is upon us!

Join Privateer Press (booth 1201) and celebrate the world premiere of the Monsterpocalypse collectible miniatures game.

A limited amount of sneak preview starters and boosters will go on sale for the first time ever onThursday, August 14th. The sneak preview contains a sampling of the figures in Series 1: Rise.

The figures are not limited edition and are identical in all respects to the figures in Rise due out October 2008. Be among the very first to play Monsterpocalypse in its debut event at Gen Con Indy! Purchase your product at the Privateer Press booth, grab a ticket to play, bring a desire to level cities, and join us in rooms 105/106 for this participation event! This is not a sealed box event, so boosters are allowed and encouraged.

You can participate in as many of the approximately hour-long matches as you like during this all-day event. Players who participate in TWO or more games will walk away with a limited edition figure, MegaZor-Raiden!

Don’t miss out on the world premiere of Monsterpocalypse on the gaming world’s largest stage at Gen Con Indy.

For more information visit www.monsterpocalypsegame.com or register for the event at www.gencon.com/2008/indy and click “Register Now.”(Information subject to change, visit www.privateerpress.com for the latest updates.)


About the Monsterpocalypse Collectible Miniatures Game

The Monsterpocalypse Collectible Miniatures Game (CMG) brings the giant monster genre – a pop culture favorite – to the tabletop in the form of a fast-paced, action-packed game. Designed by Matt Wilson, the award-winning creator of WAR MACHINE and HORDES, Monsterpocalypse leverages the critically acclaimed abilities of Privateer Press as a leading miniatures manufacturer to enter a new category of product with a property that appeals to a worldwide fan base of all ages. Planned for release in October 2008, visit www.monsterpocalypsegame.com for previews and updates about the game.