Flames of War Unboxing: Hit The Beach

[@macca-of1yc]

Prob the best value starter kit ever released! Got mine and im very happy

[@treyspencer1659]

My first flames of war set and I honestly have 0 complaints. It’s such a good deal I can’t believe the price

[@Bigwakka]

This is going right now my "must buy" list! Love that you get 2 different armies in a single box.

[@johnshuart7414]

This is dope. I love 2 player starter sets. They are such a great way to get into a game. Just need a friend

[@mattcappelli5822]

I've seen this video 3 times since the boot camp and I still can't get enough of seeing this awesome box!

[@greywulfslair]

Best value starter set in wargaming. Amazing set.

[@chrisebz6473]

What was called the 1918 & BAR was actually a m1919 like the other 30 Cal. The chauchaut is fairly interesting to actually read up on. The .30-06 conversion that was initially made for us troops, and part of what made it's infamous reputation, was relegated to training and they were issued the French version on the frontlines

[@chrisebz6473]

The hole in the magazine was also used so the assistant gunner/loader could watch & ready magazines. And interesting enough, was used to manually load the magazine as they could pull back on the follower itself, early in the war when the magazines you had were what you had. There is even a hole in the mags that you can stick a bullet through to hold the follower and spring back

[@dr.v645]

Picked one of these up, got the wife into the game with this kit. It has been a lot of fun and we are painting up expansions to this right now.

[@edwinward258]

hear we go again i'm so envious that you get to handal and play with those wonderful pieces of kit and it always makes me want to buy more when i watch your presentations.

[@JBeasley]

This is what started my Flames of War journey. Love the value in this box. Super well done. I just need to decide what to get next. 🤔

[@krzysztofbalamut7622]

I like it how they changed the armies a bit by adding different tanks for both sides.

[@Anjohl]

Has to be the best value in miniature gaming history.

[@cgagg]

Just bought this, very disappointed to find out you don't get transfers for the vehicles in this package.

[@cgagg]

Don't get me wrong, its great value and a great kit. But not having those to add that finishing touch makes no sense.

[@randallcase1009]

@@cgagg My guess is that it brings the price point up.

[@cgagg]

@@randallcase1009 I guess, but it would be a very small sheet of transfers.

[@warpaint9385]

I agree. The open fire box was the same. You can buy the decals from their website but they're a little pricey.

[@PatFogarty]

Having never tried FoW, this is exactly what I would need to get started!

[@silverwargaming8453]

Thanks so much for the unboxing! I'm gonna order one for myself soon I'm really excited!

[@adamgray8868]

I've collected FoW for years and this box set was a great way to expand my German forces while starting a U.S. army for my next faction. Great deal and highly recommended to anyone considering getting into this game.

[@Necrothrall]

Great value starter set. Sorely tempted to pick it up

[@Johan.Larsson]

Yes. Bought it. My first step into flames of war.

[@robbie.205]

So awesome, can't wait to get hands on a kit.

[@jimwhite2541]

Many great models especially the V1.

[@tswims92]

These are absolutely great starter sets. I think they are even slightly better then the last Open Fire set.

[@tmon6219]

Excellent looking starter set!!

[@chrisjensen1975]

This box set is a great value at $50 USD. I like the ability to use some of those Shermans for the Brits. I like the hard plastic infantry too.

[@dotplot8675]

Flames of war really knows how to put together starter kits, if only other companies would take inspiration from it

[@scribe215]

What a great value! Can't wait to get my copy!

[@cheatingbadger4006]

Inspired to play FoW again. Be interesting to see how thing have changed since 1st edition. Still loving the videos whilst I’m on a long night shift. Keep it up guys.

[@20peas]

I can’t believe the value in this box! It’s high on my wish list.

[@mattcolligan7517]

looks like a good box to get started, very tempted

[@ericgrider7593]

It looks like a good starter set. I like games that have strong starter sets to get you into the game right away.

[@P4ND42s]

Definitely buying a second box like this!

[@s.scottstaten1852]

Looks good, if I had folks to play it with, I'd definitely think about getting it.

[@invictus6622]

I cannot wait to pick this up this weekend!!

[@lordcypher7922]

Great value for money and a great way to get into flames of war my only complaint is that I would of preferred British rather then American as you could make options for the Canadians as well

[@donaldkelly9833]

Another neat kit. Seems like a great price too, almost on par with recent board games.

[@icebearcriminal1265]

Great coverage as always, really interested in this system now tbh

[@daneofdanger]

Always wanted to try a 15mm game

[@joehough838]

Nice vid of a game box. The tanks especially are nice...

[@matt759537]

solid starter set might consider this sometime soon

[@triruns]

Fantastic minis and review. I have a question about the cover art. Shouldn't the American flag patches on the uniform right sleeves have the blue field to the right? There is some regulation about "flag forward" or some such that makes the flag appear backwards on the right sleeves? Was this a thing in WWII?

[@the13th]

If I was ever to get into Flames of War I'd have to pulpify whatever I wa doing to make it more interesting to me, I mean as much as it would maybe to be cool to represent my grandfathers work I wouldnt collect an army to do it personally. But FoW has always been tempting

[@user-ur6gt6mm1m]

Totes convinced to get into this from your vids

[@edwinward258]

i also must say they are very well cast sprues

[@svboelhj]

One of the best 2 player starters set, lots of plastic ;D

[@stevejohnson1457]

How many Shermans can actually be built? From this video, it looks like 6, with 2 optional upper hulls. Yet the box specifies 8. Which is correct?

[@HistoricalConflict]

Awesome now you just need 50 books and 80 more boxes of mini's to play a full game!

[@cpe111]

Having the US and German infantry on the same sprues was a PITA.

[@chrisebz6473]

This box is mighty tempting, though i play British armored core, the unit has changed multiple times as in trying to find an interesting one, and Finnish. Getting this box would require a whole new army

[@genehumphrey6788]

You get 3 76mm Sherman's, not 2. Great kit!

[@deathguarddavegoogley2022]

Down the beach with an empty bucket. Bends down and fills it. Starts edging towards the car whistling innocently......

[@anthonyb1627]

Omg yes please be good to get one to add to my fury set

[@arcticfox8932]

The person from battlefront recommend to built this set according as what is recommended in the back of the box.... On the German side it is mention 2 PanzerGrenadier formation, actually they are GRENADIER formation. BIG THUMP DOWN for that. It is also unfortunate that they do not provide the decals in the kits. The 3 Panzer IV is with Zimmerit and look great. Price wise it's a great addition for the price. I'm a German fan in FOW and extremely unhappy that it does not contains the two PanzerGrenadier as mention.

[@juanluisargemimartin84]

you is wrong , in rear box i read 2 platoons panzergrenadier, not 2 formation.

[@randallcase1009]

Well, actually you're technically wrong. You CAN field this force as Panzergrenadiers too. The Fortress Europe Panzergrenadier formation (and the cards that come with the game) allow panzergrenadiers to be fielded both with and without the APCs. So for 9 points you can have 7 MG 34 teams or 5 MG34 teams for 7 points. You don't have enough MG42s (that is what this set has) to cover every team, but that isn't a big problem. But you're right in that this set was originally intended as to be a Grenadier formation with MG42s/98K teams (that is the weapons mix you actually have). That is a bit of a bummer, but not a deal breaker... at least for me.

[@juanluisargemimartin84]

@@randallcase1009 D-DAY GERMANS: i see formations: Not exist grenadier company. I see: Beach defence infantry company Fallschirmjager company Armoured panzergenadier panzergrenadier Reconnaissance Not see grenadiers. I know , historically not is accurate, grenadiers (the new name of heer infantry german) are in Normandy, but is decission of FoW make this simplified army list. MG34 and MG42 have the same efficciency 1000 rpm aprox MG34 , and 1200 rpm aprox MG42 , but MG42 have problems of heat of gun and sypply of ammo, the automatic fire is more short in MG42 for this reason. One friend "para" say me over MG42 spanish (equivalent to the model of WW2) gun heating too quickly , orders of short bursts are mandatory in action.

[@randallcase1009]

@@juanluisargemimartin84 I think he just misspoke Juan. He probably meant that there was a grenadier company with two platoons.

[@juanluisargemimartin84]

@@randallcase1009 I no negate the real existence of grenadiers, but FoW use Panzergrnadiers not armoured, and is true , panzergrenadiers with trucks ? Yes! German armee never have full number of Hanomags in whole war.

[@Omega1907]

That seems like an awesome starter set :)

[@James-dc3yt]

This and the Fury box set is perfect for newbies.

[@fredfrog1234]

Looks like a great starter box :)

[@thebinchiken8038]

Tank commander: Forward! the rest of the platoon: but PAK 40's

[@999slawter]

Yes, it is!

[@lawnorprime]

Quite a busy little box, that

[@gcs79]

Great box. I wish I had it.

[@dawltinschannel7075]

I would think it would becouse I have been wanting to play but not been able too do to me being low on money

[@cptaqua1984]

Got the Stalingrad starter set at ukgamesexpo. This looks awesome.

[@gitguzzla2713]

Always so many in these, seems great for newbs

[@markshrubb]

Did u announce the winners of the boot camp yet?

[@SunDancerGE]

They did. Just look them up at www.beastsofwar.com/eventslist/prize-center/

[@johnbriggs4517]

Comically huge but I'm down for this

[@hamm6035]

Way cool. The double sets need to become standard.

[@yendub]

So, for someone just getting into the game, like me, is this a better buy than the specific faction boxes previously shown?

[@randallcase1009]

Depends. Do you have a buddy who wants to get into the game? Also, how deep is your commitment to trying out the game? If you want all in then the "specific faction" sets are a great deal. But if you're not too sure then this set is the better buy. If you pair off with a buddy and split the cost then you're both only tossing in $25, roughly, into the game. In exchange you're each getting about 50 points plus the rules and other stuff you need to play (sans tokens... that was the one ball drop in this set in my opinion). With this you get a decent start into the game with a minimal investment of cash. If you like what you see then the "faction specific" boxed sets are a great way to boost your force to full 100 point army that has all the major elements that you need for a serious game. I personally recommend this set for beginners because you do get a solid start to playing the full game. Fury is nice, but you don't have "legal" armies in it- just a few tanks. They do mix well with this set though (although the STUG III is a bit lonely by itself).

[@scottmellon4549]

Nice set

[@SunDancerGE]

But is there sand in the box? A DIY beach? TELL ME!

[@SunDancerGE]

No beach?! FAKE NEWS11!11!!11!1

[@dr.v645]

There is a beach 'kit' coming out in a couple of months from what I understand, keep an eye on their official store / official channels.

[@SunDancerGE]

You're pulling my leg?

[@dr.v645]

@@SunDancerGE Per their upcoming items: Release for: September 2019, D-Day Landing Terrain Set: To help take the guesswork out of playing beach landings, we will be releasing a themed cardboard terrain pack. This gives players what they need to transform a normal grass battle mat into a well-fortified beach with cardboard fortifications and landing craft. The pack will also include a paper battle map segment to create the beach portion of the battlefield on your own battle mat at home. These cardboard terrain sets make it quick to set up games and are easy to store when the games are finished. We will also be releasing a durable 4’x2’ vinyl mat, similar to our other printed mats. Everything released in cardboard will also be available in either our Battlefield in a Box range, or as Flames Of War products on the website.

[@SunDancerGE]

But cardboard not sand! The beach is a lie! ;)

[@Redbaron_Gaming]

Recently taken an interest in FoW again, shame they never do a 2 player starter set including USSR.

[@dr.v645]

They did not too long ago with the Stalingrad 2 player starter, though it was a much smaller set.

[@Redbaron_Gaming]

​@@dr.v645 Yeh, sorry. I meant the large box, such as Hit the Beach.

[@lamaze2295]

Love flames of war :)

[@wbarretw]

heard "idiots" instead of 88s ;) awesome box!

[@alpa7973]

Pak40 is cool, as US infantry plastic.

[@poland8257]

such a good set

[@NoshrokGrimskull]

I already have good-sized forces for both the British and the US, so this box isn't for me. But it certainly is a good starter box.

[@juanluisargemimartin84]

is wrong , not 2 76mm sherman. Are 3 76mm, USA army list is: HQ tank company 2 SH. 75mm, platoon 3 75 mm SH and platoon 3 Sh. 76mm, supported for platoon parachute rifle.

[@cinnamonape3045]

Yas best box set in years

[@christophermactaggart243]

Friday I bought this plus American and German starter force sets :) ....... still working on my team yankee

[@kevinfischer8647]

It reminds me of open fire.

[@Helcarexe26]

It's a nice kit for getting individuals into the game that don't have any 15mm miniatures, I already have tons of these miniatures so no need for it.

[@daigloomminiaturepainting303]

not sure how i feel about this box just seems like another open fire

[@randallcase1009]

It basically is, but with different tanks and no card terrain. You do get US 76mm M4A1s (3 vs just two Fireflies) and later Model MK IV German tanks. That, along with getting the new rules, made it worthwhile to me.

[@ecto6301]

Looks dope

[@glyndwr1391]

Must admit i am torn between this and the British starter set.

[@whilehobbying]

Let's go for the £100 voucher, so I can get this and get in on the FoW Hobby project!

[@Kondi2100]

Now, where to buy a friend🤔

[@andrewjf4174]

More Americans! Anyone one would think that no-one else landed on d-day.

[@dannewman8809]

im thinking of buying but can the Americans be used as British

[@thatonetimeigotreincarnate3337]

If your using the m4 with the 75 than yes you could but the 76 you probably can’t Same with the infantry. But it’s yours so if you want to and are not big on historically accurate games the. Go ahead

[@plantag]

Really nice ser

[@KN-er8sy]

Sherman`s everywhere!!! Like T34`s ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh so much

[@johnwayneeverett6263]

hit the beach is what i need..........come on buddys lol....

[@WARdROBEPlaysWWII]

I like the value. I wish it had more beach landing items. Keep em coming.

[@RafaMieses]

german tanks always feel so strong in games because they dont have you roll a d6 and on a 3+ the tank doesnt make it to the battle

[@Brothersindice]

me want!

[@jaredlucev4481]

Subscribed, dinged the dong, liked the video. Totally gonna win the gift card this month and blow it on FoW!

[@jademageman4819]

As if their box sets couldn't get any bigger oof lots to build

[@thetabletopexperience731]

Guys, stop tempting me! Ugh I kinda want this... But I have no money

[@OnTableTop]

Did you claim your prize for last month? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKGzZnR7lpxrb6s

[@redgreen09]

if did it i go fore this see as go

[@halchu672]

ditto m1acca

[@seanmorgan2257]

please please please stop unless you let me win