<p>We used to play Necromunda years ago--I'm not sure if it's still around. Like Warhammer it is/was a Games Workshop game, but I think it could suit your purposes. It came with enough "terrain" in the box to support a game. It would be well suited to a multi-player game (think of an urban gang-fight free-for-all). Only a few miniatures were needed so that barrier is low and a quick gang could be set up quickly by new players while the seasoned set up the terrain. </p>

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2011-01-26T21:26:27.207Z
A good suggestion, although best for 2 players.  The box is long out of production, but a revised all-in-one rulebook is still readily available.
Tynam
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2011-02-01T15:54:43.000Z
I played once Necromunda, but it doesn't look as "fast game". I mean you have to build your gang, equip them... it doesn't look quick to prepare for people that don't know wargaming. thx for the suggestion
Littlemad
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2011-02-02T18:10:59.883Z
@Littlemad: Unfortunately Necromunda is almost certainly not going to come in under 15 minutes for setup with even one first-time player.
Stu Pegg
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2011-01-26T14:45:01.020Z
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Adam Wuerl
<h2><a href="http://rpggeek.com/rpg/286/savage-worlds" rel="nofollow">Savage Worlds</a></h2>

<p>Savage Worlds is an RPG system - but contains a strong game of miniatures combat! The rules are "Fast! Furious! and Fun!" as advertised. </p>

<ul>
<li>You can learn the game from the book in an evening and teach it in minutes. </li>
<li>You can use all your minis, tiles, and terrain. </li>
<li>You can choose an existing setting or create one yourself.</li>
<li>Unlike many wargames, it's designed to handle many participants in a battle.</li>
<li>The rulebook is small and inexpensive.</li>
<li>There is an active and welcoming Savage Worlds community online.</li>
</ul>

<p>I think it makes a good fit for your criteria and hope you give it a try.</p>

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2011-02-01T15:56:50.330Z
Looks promising, I am gonna have a look and report to you :D
Littlemad
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2011-02-03T18:16:29.707Z
@Littlemad - I hope it works out well for you! I can't wait to hear how it goes!
gomad
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2011-01-26T18:04:52.687Z
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gomad
<p>Mordheim lends itself to a small model count pretty well, and the rules are available on Games Workshop's website for free.</p>

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2011-02-01T14:34:41.180Z
2011-02-01T14:34:41.180Z
GWLlosa
<p>Heroscape is a solid game that may you may be able to repurpose.  It uses hexes that you could either incorporate in or toss and use whatever you have.  Most importantly it has a "simple rules" variation built in to the rulebook that allows for pretty easy pick-up-and-play.</p>

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2011-02-01T15:56:11.533Z
I saw many times ago this game, but I do not want to buy stuff like basic hexes, when I have plenty of tiles and other things that can be used as such. Thank you for your suggestion
Littlemad
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2011-01-26T21:15:00.373Z
2011-01-26T21:15:00.373Z
Vinnie
<p><a href="http://www.manticgames.com/Shop-Home/Dwarf-Kings-Hold.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.manticgames.com/Shop-Home/Dwarf-Kings-Hold.html</a></p>

<p>It's a very, very fast game with quick rules.</p>

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2011-04-11T13:48:07.967Z
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Zeronyne
<p><a href="http://www.fuzzyheroes.com" rel="nofollow">Fuzzy Heros</a> seems like a nice simple set of rules, though you'll probably want to adjust the theme a bit.</p>

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2011-02-01T14:12:48.297Z
2011-02-01T14:12:48.297Z
Michael Kohne
<p><a href="http://www.brikwars.com/rules/2005/quikwars.htm" rel="nofollow">Quikwars, which is a simplified version of Brikwars</a>, looks pretty easy.</p>

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2011-04-11T19:56:26.890Z
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robaker
<p>I have various miniatures (sci-fi and fantasy one), some grounds (tree, hills, barricades) and many many dices. I host regularly every week in a Barcelona bar a boardgame meeting with new people to boardgames and from various language and nationality. I have many new enthusiasts, but few experts in gaming.</p>

<p>I am looking something to propose for the occasional gamer, and at the same time, a miniature wargame that is fairly easy to learn and have fun to play.</p>

<p><strong>What is a bad suggestion:</strong> Dungeon &amp; Dragons, any of Warhammer series, historical reconstruction of fights</p>

<p><strong>What is a good suggestion:</strong> A own made auto generated labyrinth game (I have plenty of tiles), a game with a 15 minutes creating character and quick battles, a game that can play several people at the same time.</p>

<p>Can you please help me with some suggestions?</p>

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Do you know any good miniature wargame that is fairly easy to learn and play?
Littlemad
# Do you know any good miniature wargame that is fairly easy to learn and play?

(Asked by: username_0 on 2011-01-26)

I have various miniatures (sci-fi and fantasy one), some grounds (tree, hills, barricades) and many many dices. I host regularly every week in a Barcelona bar a boardgame meeting with new people to boardgames and from various language and nationality. I have many new enthusiasts, but few experts in gaming.

I am looking something to propose for the occasional gamer, and at the same time, a miniature wargame that is fairly easy to learn and have fun to play.

**What is a bad suggestion:** Dungeon & Dragons, any of Warhammer series, historical reconstruction of fights

**What is a good suggestion:** A own made auto generated labyrinth game (I have plenty of tiles), a game with a 15 minutes creating character and quick battles, a game that can play several people at the same time.

Can you please help me with some suggestions?

**Tags:** recommendations


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## 7 answers

### Answer by username_1 on 2011-01-26. Score: 3

We used to play Necromunda years ago--I'm not sure if it's still around. Like Warhammer it is/was a Games Workshop game, but I think it could suit your purposes. It came with enough "terrain" in the box to support a game. It would be well suited to a multi-player game (think of an urban gang-fight free-for-all). Only a few miniatures were needed so that barrier is low and a quick gang could be set up quickly by new players while the seasoned set up the terrain.

> **Comments:**
> **username_2**: A good suggestion, although best for 2 players.  The box is long out of production, but a revised all-in-one rulebook is still readily available.  
> **username_0**: I played once Necromunda, but it doesn't look as "fast game". I mean you have to build your gang, equip them... it doesn't look quick to prepare for people that don't know wargaming. thx for the suggestion  
> **username_3**: @username_0: Unfortunately Necromunda is almost certainly not going to come in under 15 minutes for setup with even one first-time player.  

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### Answer by username_4 on 2011-01-26. Score: 2

## [Savage Worlds](http://rpggeek.com/rpg/286/savage-worlds)

Savage Worlds is an RPG system - but contains a strong game of miniatures combat! The rules are "Fast! Furious! and Fun!" as advertised.

* You can learn the game from the book in an evening and teach it in minutes.
* You can use all your minis, tiles, and terrain.
* You can choose an existing setting or create one yourself.
* Unlike many wargames, it's designed to handle many participants in a battle.
* The rulebook is small and inexpensive.
* There is an active and welcoming Savage Worlds community online.

I think it makes a good fit for your criteria and hope you give it a try.

> **Comments:**
> **username_0**: Looks promising, I am gonna have a look and report to you :D  
> **username_4**: @username_0 - I hope it works out well for you! I can't wait to hear how it goes!  

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### Answer by username_5 on 2011-02-01. Score: 2

Mordheim lends itself to a small model count pretty well, and the rules are available on Games Workshop's website for free.


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### Answer by username_6 on 2011-01-26. Score: 2

Heroscape is a solid game that may you may be able to repurpose. It uses hexes that you could either incorporate in or toss and use whatever you have. Most importantly it has a "simple rules" variation built in to the rulebook that allows for pretty easy pick-up-and-play.

> **Comments:**
> **username_0**: I saw many times ago this game, but I do not want to buy stuff like basic hexes, when I have plenty of tiles and other things that can be used as such. Thank you for your suggestion  

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### Answer by username_7 on 2011-04-11. Score: 1

<http://www.manticgames.com/Shop-Home/Dwarf-Kings-Hold.html>

It's a very, very fast game with quick rules.


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### Answer by username_8 on 2011-02-01. Score: 1

[Fuzzy Heros](http://www.fuzzyheroes.com) seems like a nice simple set of rules, though you'll probably want to adjust the theme a bit.


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### Answer by username_9 on 2011-04-11. Score: 0

[Quikwars, which is a simplified version of Brikwars](http://www.brikwars.com/rules/2005/quikwars.htm), looks pretty easy.


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