03 August 2021

Battletech - Alpha Strike

I doubt very much that wars in 1,000 year's time war will be fought by giant prowling robots, but who cares? - Battletech is first and foremost a lot of fun.

We were using the streamlined, simplified 'Alpha Strike' version of the rules. The original Battletech is really quite complex and in-depth, whereas 'Alpha Strike' simplifies the game play, statistics and damage mechanisms. It also allows for aircraft and infantry, although we like to stick to the 'Battle 'Mechs' (giant war robots). It is also a really nice rule book with lost of scenario ideas and great visuals.

On this futuristic city battlefield, some incredibly powerful 'mechs' went head-to-head in what became a giant sci-fi slug-fest. In the end, the battlefield was covered in vast piles of steaming, exploding, burning, KO'd mechs.














1 comment:

  1. That looks really eye-catching. my last dabble with Battletech involved the 3D models but on the 2D flat maps ….. a bit like having a bath with yer wellies on! By contrast, your table brings the game to life.

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