Haywire Modern

HAYWIRE MODERN is an asymmetric game in which players control an assaulting team who are aware of the enemy presence. The player’s team is generally a small but well-trained force.

On the opposing side, the AI-controlled opponent referred to as the OPFOR (OPposing FORce) is considered the defending team and is initially unaware of the assaulting team’s presence. In most cases, the enemy faction is less well-trained than the assaulting team but also more numerous. The OPFOR miniatures are controlled by some basic movement until the alert is raised, then a set of rules for each class will dictate their behaviour.

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Core Gameplay

Asymmetric Setup: You command a small, highly trained assaulting force, while an AI-controlled defending force (OPFOR) outnumbers you but starts unaware of your presence.
Action Point System: During the player phase, models activate one by one, spending 2 action points to move, shoot, or throw grenades.
Mechanics: Combat uses D20 rolls targeting different numbers based on cover and enemy status, applying a suppression system rather than immediate lethal damage.

Campaigns & Replayability

Classes & Gear: Choose from over 30 classes (like breachers or dog handlers) and deploy via various insertion methods.
Modes: Features procedurally generated campaigns with base building and resource management, plus a three-part narrative campaign spanning three continents.
Support: Features over 300 cards covering missions and events, plus QR codes linking directly to tutorial videos in the 224-page Core Rulebook .

Try out the easy-to-learn, fast-paced core rules.
Includes Team Leader, Assault, Support, and Sniper player classes.
Includes a sample of insurgent classes including Cell Leader, Fighter, Harasser, and Drone Handler.
Try out the game with any miniatures you have to hand.
You will also need a tape measure, a few d20s and d6s and something to use as tokens.