Bolt Action

Bolt Action is a World War II tabletop miniatures game published by Warlord Games.

Players command infantry, tanks, artillery, and support units in platoon-level battles inspired by real historical conflicts.

Bolt Action is primarily played using 28mm scale miniatures.

This scale provides a strong balance between visual detail, hobby opportunities, and manageable army sizes.

Players can field armies from Germany, the United States, Great Britain, the Soviet Union, Japan, Italy, France, and many other historical nations.

Each nation has unique special rules and battlefield strengths.

Yes. Bolt Action is widely considered one of the most accessible historical miniatures games available.

The rules are easy to learn while still offering meaningful tactical depth for experienced players.

Bolt Action uses a unique order dice system where players draw dice from a shared bag to determine unit activations.

This creates uncertainty, tension, and dynamic decision-making throughout the game.

Most new players begin with a starter army, rulebook, order dice, and measuring tools.

Starter army boxes are often the most cost-effective way to begin building a force.

Tanks can be powerful battlefield assets, but infantry remain the core of most successful armies.

Combined-arms tactics generally perform better than relying exclusively on armored vehicles.

Bolt Action is designed to capture the feel of World War II combat while maintaining balanced and enjoyable gameplay.

Players can create historically themed armies while still enjoying competitive and narrative games.

Yes. Most Bolt Action miniatures are supplied unassembled and unpainted, allowing hobbyists to customize and paint their armies.

Building and painting forces is a major part of the Bolt Action hobby experience.

Bolt Action combines historical themes, approachable rules, tactical gameplay, and an active worldwide community.

It remains one of the best entry points into historical tabletop wargaming while offering plenty of depth for veteran players.