Fascinated with modern history and the events that occurred in WWII? Flames of War is an immersive tabletop game that allows you to relive historic battles, challenge your friends and fight towards a resolution. You can play as Germany, the United States of America, France, Italy, Poland — choose a side and battle to the end of WWII.
At Frontline Hobbies, we stock all the gear you need for a full-on Flames of War battle. From miniature tanks and dice sets to anti-tank platoons, planes, armoured cars and more, you can set up a full battlefield and fight to the end.
Browse through our collection of Flames of War sets and rule books and check out online! We offer fast and affordable shipping throughout Australia as well as free shipping on orders over $150* (terms and conditions apply).
What is Flames of War?
Flames of War is a WWII miniature game from Battlefront Miniature Limited, a New Zealand company that specialises in 1:100 scale models and miniatures for WWII gaming.
The Flames of War range includes tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, artillery and anti-tank guns, infantry and support weapons. Right now, Flames of War covers Germany, the USSR, the United States of America, France, Italy, Hungary, Finland, Romania and Poland — but the nationalities are ever-expanding to ensure a realistic, accurate gaming experience.
You can command a company level force in Europe or North Africa and recreate actual battles, or fight missions against other Flames of War armies — there’s always a challenge waiting just around the corner. All you need is some mates to play with!
The hulls of the vehicles are cast in polyester resin for sharp attention to detail, whereas the more delicate components are cast in white metal to ensure the strength of your models. The vehicles are quick to put together which means you can get to gaming faster and conquer your enemies.
How do you play?
You don’t need much to start a game of Flames of War! The game is played by two or more players, so grab a friend and choose a side. From here, you will need:
- Two armies. At Frontline Hobbies, we have a huge range of armies and options to choose from. It all comes down to personal preference, or whose stats and abilities you find the most impressive.
- A rulebook. The rulebook contains all the rules you need to play Flames of War. We stock various Flames of War rulebooks including the intelligence handbook which covers organisations, characteristics, points and more.
- An artillery template. Artillery and aircraft are not designed for precision — their shells and bombs blanket a wide area, wiping out dozens of enemies at a time. The artillery template makes it easy to work out who was hit and who wasn’t.
- A battlefield. You could use your coffee table, dining table or even a custom-built gaming table. All you need is a flat surface to play on.
- Terrain. You will need a selection of terrains like hills, woods, fields, hedges, buildings and roads to fight over. You can use terrains from other tabletop wargames, you can make your own terrain or you can opt for the Battlefield in a Box from Battlefield Miniature Limited.
- Dice. You play Flames of War with ordinary six-sided dice. When the rules say to roll a die, they will give you a number that you must equal or exceed, e.g. 3+ (a roll of 3, 4, 5 or 6 means success) or 5+ (a roll of 5 or 6 means success). Any roll lower than the number specified in the rules means the attempt has failed.
- Tokens. These will help you keep track of the state of your troops — they will react to heavy fire like real soldiers and they may get pinned down or may bail out of their tanks if it gets too dangerous.
- A tape measure. You’ll need a tape measure or ruler to measure movement and shooting ranges.
From there, let the games begin! Just refer to your rulebook and the intelligence handbook to determine who moves, who shoots, who lives and who dies.
FAQs about Flames of War
Can I make my own terrain?
Absolutely! You can use terrain from other tabletop games or handcraft your own terrain from clay or foam, PVA glue, dirt, sand and tiny pebbles for texture. You can also paint your terrain for extra depth and detail.
How many platoons do I need?
How long is a piece of string? It all comes down to the scale of the game you want to play. We have a huge range of platoons available including armoured car platoons, armoured rifle platoons, amphibian tank platoons, mortar platoons and so much more. Consider how your nation would have fought in WWII and what would be most accurate — it might take a little bit of research!
Do I need special dice for the game?
No! You can use standard six-sided dice for Flames of War. However, you can get special dice here at Frontline Hobbies with the insignia of your team if you want a personalised set of dice.
How many people do I need for a game?
You need at least two people to play Flames of War but you can play with a large group — really, there’s no limit to how many people can play. You will just need to consider how long the game takes — the game is optimised for two people, so with a large group, you can expect to spend at least a few hours playing!
How long does a game of Flames of War take?
The game needs a good balance between playability and simulation, so a typical game runs for around two hours.
Do you stock the rulebooks?
Yes, we do! We stock the rulebooks and the intelligence handbook so you know exactly what you’re doing, how points are scored, the characteristics of your team/platoon, and so much more.
Ignite the Flames of War — shop online or in-store with Frontline Hobbies!
We have a huge range of Flames of War platoons, vehicles and accessories in stock, so check out online for fast, affordable shipping Australia-wide! We offer free shipping on orders over $150 (*terms and conditions apply) and flexible payment options like Zip, so you can start the war — and end it — as soon as possible.
