Hardwar

HARDWAR is a fast-paced, 6mm scale tabletop miniatures game set in a hard sci-fi world at the turn of the 22nd century, where players command mechs, tanks, and aircraft in corporate warfare. The game is designed to be quick to learn and play, with games typically lasting under an hour. It features a dice pool system for combat and emphasizes tactical movement and the use of terrain. HARDWAR supports solo, cooperative, and versus gameplay modes.

Core gameplay and setting

Setting:

The game is set in the 22nd century on a future Earth, featuring advanced technology, corporate dominance, and warfare fought with mostly remotely-operated, AI-powered armored assets.
Scale:

HARDWAR is designed for 6mm scale miniatures, which allows for detailed tactical gameplay while being suitable for smaller playing areas like a coffee table.
Gameplay:

Players use a dice pool system where they roll D12s to attack and defend. Units can perform two actions per turn, such as moving or shooting.
Tactics:

Terrain is a key part of gameplay, with different types affecting movement and combat. Special abilities and rules for electronic warfare, cybernetics, and experimental weapons add strategic depth.
Game Modes:

It includes support for solo, cooperative, and versus play.
Game length:

The game is designed for quick-playing skirmishes, with some smaller games taking as little as 30 minutes.
Quick-start rules:

Free quick-start rules are available, allowing players to jump into a simplified version of the game without learning the full ruleset initially.

Genre: Science Fiction

Scale: 6 mm

Average Models per Side: Less than 10

Number of Players: Solo, 2, 2+

Miniatures: Dedicated, STL for 3D Print

Rules: Basic Rules Free PDF, Purchased PDF or Rulebook

Availability: Upcoming Release

Publisher: Modiphius Entertainment

Designers: Chris Birch

Website: Modiphius Entertainment - Hardwar

Additional Information:

A Quick Play Ruleset is available to download on their website.

Hardwar was originally designed by Strato Minis Studio, in 2024 Modiphius Entertainment acquired them and is re-developing and re-releasing their games.

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