Fallout: Wasteland Warfare Gameplay Officially Unveiled

Published Sep 11, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT James is a gaming writer from London who has spent thousands of hours exploring titles from every genre. Though he has a particular affinity for multiplayer titles like World of Warcraft, Destiny 2 and League of Legends, he has also put thousands of hours into single-player experiences, from deep RPGs to epic PC strategies. When he's not playing or writing, he can usually be found supporting his beloved Brentford FC. The Fallout franchise continues to thrive in the absence of the single-player release that longtime fans remain desperate for, and the releases keep coming down the pipeline all the time. The best thing to happen to the IP in years is the Prime Video adaptation, and the third season of that is set to debut next year. At the same time, we know remakes/remasters of both Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are on the way at some point, though we don't have a release date for either of those just yet. Now, one of the best physical releases tied to the franchise is about to get a whole new version, and the changes are so significant, it should essentially function as an entirely new game. Many Fallout fans will inevitably know about Wasteland Warfare, the tabletop miniature wargame from Modiphius Entertainment that uses 32mm scale figures to bring the series to life in a whole new way. The first edition of the game was a huge success, and the development team have been working away behind the scenes to make a second edition a reality. Though it isn't out just yet, the team shared a detailed dev update that goes into exactly what fans can expect next time out, and there are plenty of major differences that should open the game up to a whole new audience: "The first edition of Fallout: Wasteland Warfare covered every possible way to play in the ravaged ruins of America. From Player Vs. Player to roleplay game variants, it was all there! The second edition is made from the ground up, first and foremost with solo play in mind. This has allowed for a whole host of innovations to the system, which in turn mean the variation players loved from the first edition can happen organically. "Gaming spaces for the first edition of Fallout: Wasteland Warfare got very busy, very quickly. We acknowledge that this collecting aspect had its fans, but could easily be a barrier to entry for others. Second edition changes this by cutting down on the number of tokens, and replacing cards with a roster that you can fill in yourself as your band of Wastelanders change and grow. Second edition has also removed a few of the dice from the gameplay loop, making it easier than ever to get to the fun bits. "We’ve just talked about the first edition requiring a lot of cards, and part of the reason for that was down to the game’s detailed AI system. While it worked well, it required a lot of admin to enjoy, and with the second edition we sought to retain the flavour of the originality, without the complexity of the original AI." The solo-play first approach is undoubtedly the biggest change this time around, and it feels like a sensible choice, given just how difficult it can be to get adult friends together in practicality. Support remains for group play as well, meaning those who do prefer that approach can still get their enjoyment out of the game. Modiphius Entertainment The Starter Set for Fallout: Wasteland Warfare is available to pre-order now, though it doesn't come particularly cheap at £120/$165. That said, it comes with everything you need to play your first game, and all of the expansions are optional if you find yourself desiring more play options, or you just really love what you see. Created by Tim Cain, Leonard Boyarsky First TV Show Fallout First Episode Air Date April 10, 2024 Cast Ella Purnell, Aaron Moten, Kyle MacLachlan, Moises Arias, Xelia Mendes-Jones, Walton Goggins Where to watch Amazon Prime Video TV Show(s) Fallout Fallout is a post-apocalyptic RPG franchise set in an alternate future where a nuclear war devastates the world. Players explore vast, open worlds filled with mutants, raiders, and advanced technology. The series emphasizes player choice, allowing various approaches to combat, dialogue, and decision-making. Each game follows different protagonists navigating the wasteland to uncover secrets, form alliances, and rebuild civilization amidst the ruins of the old world. The franchise is known for its rich lore, dark humor, and retro-futuristic aesthetic, which has transferred over into its new series on Amazon Prime.