I really want to give this game a shot, but the dense rulebook is a bit much for my ADHD, so tried watching this in the hopes that things become clear... but all I hear is "I roll for the British, and on a 2 they get to activate on a 3, which means that on a 4 the Germans have a chance to roll 2d6 on the next table, and I've rolled a 11 so that means that on a 3 nothing happens on a 6. And now for Turn 5. A Scotsman on a horse." I mean the video is good, but I'm not sure whether I'll be able to get into this game at all...
Thanks Paul - and yes reading it cold can be a bit of a challenge. However it is certainly worth your perseverance as it’s a terrific game to get familiar with. Thanks for the comment on the video.
Great video! even if i already know how to play it, it is nice to have it on video as well (sometimes you can miss something :D). To all of you who think there are too much tables: just really give it a try after playing twice i didn't even have to look any tables most of the time and as Ed says - the rules are just a toolbox you can use as much or as little as you want/need.
I for one also appreciate your artistic narrative style and your board. I'd definitely watch if you ever considered a series showing a battle unfold. (particularly w tanks! lol..)
Thanks for the vids. Been trying to decide between Nuts, or & Chain of Command. Have gone with nuts as it seems more solo friendly. Also got blood riser exp.
The comentator admited in the briefing there might be mistakes (there is a big learning curve with these rules - but worth it) so this comment is for the benefit of future viewers, not as mean-spirited in any way. Reinforcements only come when the combined initiative is exactly seven, not when 7 or greater. "If the die scores are not doubles then read each die individually. If you scored a total of “7” you might have generated Reinforcements (page 69)"
Thank you and bought the books and campaigns. If you think this is too complicated then you must not be very old. Complicated it is not. Try playing Squad Leader from back in the day. Does not seem anymore complicated than Bolt Action or Chain of Command. Ty for the tutorial.
@ questions: I havelimited space, but unfortunately am addicted to Bolt Action, so I am just seeing this, butLOVING it! My Biggest table would be 2X 4.5 feet. Is that playable? 2), Are sniper and MG teams a thing here? I mean can you deploy them?
Hi Scott thanks for your note. So even a 2x2 is fine and you could check out the various options put out by Two Hour Wargames (check them out). Yes snipers and MGs are part of the game. And finally if you play solo feel free to check out the new book I wrote “Wargaming World Solo” for any period and scale. Take a look at my website www.wargamingworld.net Thanks again.
nice, I would like to see similiar vide for 5150 New beginning as I'm not able to go through a campaign - I don't understand a lot of things :-D :-D :-D
Thanks for the detailed game play. It will help me a lot. But ... at 27:18, I don't see why you're adding the firer's Rep to his weapon's Target Rating to arrive at the result for the Shooting Table. I don't see this in the rules nor in the example in the first column of page 26: "Sgt. Billy Pink (Rep 5) fires his Thompson SMG at three German soldiers ... Billy rolls 3d6 and scores a 6, 3, and 2. Each d6 is placed next to each target. I go down the left-hand column to the 10+ row (Rep 5 + 6 = 11) and score a Hit." The rules simply add the Rep to each D6. BTW, the example(s) of Billy are the only way to determine a Thompson SMG's Target Rating. Not in basic rules or the Compendium.
@@WargamingWorld Also, only one figure in a group causes an in-sight test, and all figures in the group get to make a free 2” move before it is rolled, so it may result in not being rolled at all if no figures end up with line of sight.
@@WargamingWorld Yeah, but if you are discussing with Ed, I’m sure you’ll address them in the next edit. It’s good to see someone attempting this so I don’t want to rain on the parade 🙂
@@Gameturners2016 It’s great for as many people as possible to point out corrections so I very much welcome them. If you want to have a longer conversation feel free to email me at wargamingworlduk@gmail.com
Great video but I have a comment about the arc of fire or swath. According to the rules an SMG has a Target value of 3, which means it has an arc of fire of 3 inches and allows the firer to roll 3 dice to target enemies (page 25). In your vid you allowed the firer to shoot at 7 targets which is wrong. He can only target a max of 3 enemies within that swath. Otherwise Keep up the great work!
Can’t say I’m a fan of the rules. They seem a bit klunky, with a lot tables and modifiers - somewhat reminiscent of the Yaquinto 88/Panzer/Armor rules. I’ll probably pass on this one. Having said that, I also want to add that your video is exceptional. The table and miniatures are stunning, the graphics and rules cites are very helpful, and you give a very thorough explanation of the rules and gameplay. I’m most impressed with the production quality. If I could offer one minor piece of constructive criticism, the dice tray could use something to soften the dice noise a little - maybe some felt or a piece of neoprene. When you throw several dice, they make a lot of noise compared to your voice level. Thanks for all your hard work!!!
@@WargamingWorld This is a 2nd Edition of an older book that also provides some solo play scenarios. I figured you likely have this one and just in case not, thought I should mention it. ua-cam.com/video/sByxMk5PHFY/v-deo.html
Well I just Subscribed, rule book is on its way, hope to see more and ty for the videos. They are helpful and got me very interested. More please !!! Lol
Here they fire as individuals rather than a group. However if you’d like to join the Facebook group of the same name you can get all the update discussion points
You lost me on turn two. . . . I'll have to watch this again to try to grasp what all this means. I'm not impressed on a first look I must admit, but I'll not write it off just yet.
I've watched this again right through and have come to the conclusion that these rules are not for me. There is just too much complication for my simple brain to take in. A game is supposed to be fun and this just seems to be too much like work to be enjoyable. It seems to have far too much layering of conditions and factors, before actually playing with the toys. Sorry to be negative, but it's just how I perceive these rules.
Because it's a solo system, I would agree that you're going to have that extra layer of steps that controls the AI. Solo designed games are always going to have additional rules that you have to follow and plenty of dice rolls for the AI to follow. It's kind of hard to avoid when playing solo systems. I've played Nuts! for many years and other games by THW, once you know the system, it's actually pretty easy and probably the best AI system out there.
I really want to give this game a shot, but the dense rulebook is a bit much for my ADHD, so tried watching this in the hopes that things become clear... but all I hear is "I roll for the British, and on a 2 they get to activate on a 3, which means that on a 4 the Germans have a chance to roll 2d6 on the next table, and I've rolled a 11 so that means that on a 3 nothing happens on a 6. And now for Turn 5. A Scotsman on a horse." I mean the video is good, but I'm not sure whether I'll be able to get into this game at all...
Little Wars did a review of NUTS! and that brought me here. Miniature gamer since 1969. Like the Solo aspect of this rules set. Great Video!
Thanks Gary and yes I was pleased to see my video getting across the pond!
We talked on Facebook about nuts. Finally, a proper video for this game!
Thanks and there’ll be a revision of a few points too so will edit to sharpen it up
I have just bought these rules - it is a hard rule book to read and the rules are a little to understand after one reading. This video has helped 👍
Thanks Paul - and yes reading it cold can be a bit of a challenge. However it is certainly worth your perseverance as it’s a terrific game to get familiar with. Thanks for the comment on the video.
Enjoyed that. Always interested in solo rules mechanisms and ways to add character to individual figures.
Thanks Ralph I need to tweek the video for a few improvements but thanks for your feedback
I’ve just started to learn this game so the video will be a great help 👍👍
Ok I hope you find it useful
Great stuff! Old pals of Ed and John and they are great guys who have made a great game!
Brilliant feedback thanks. I want to slightly revise the video to do the rules justice but I’ve enjoyed playing this
Great video! even if i already know how to play it, it is nice to have it on video as well (sometimes you can miss something :D). To all of you who think there are too much tables: just really give it a try after playing twice i didn't even have to look any tables most of the time and as Ed says - the rules are just a toolbox you can use as much or as little as you want/need.
Really good point and I’m sure after a game you’ll have a big chunk of the rules
I for one also appreciate your artistic narrative style and your board.
I'd definitely watch if you ever considered a series showing a battle unfold.
(particularly w tanks! lol..)
Thanks and watch this space with tanks already included in the second video with filming already under way!
Thanks for the vids. Been trying to decide between Nuts, or & Chain of Command.
Have gone with nuts as it seems more solo friendly.
Also got blood riser exp.
Thanks Gareth I play both solo and many more too! Thanks for the feedback 👍
The comentator admited in the briefing there might be mistakes (there is a big learning curve with these rules - but worth it) so this comment is for the benefit of future viewers, not as mean-spirited in any way. Reinforcements only come when the combined initiative is exactly seven, not when 7 or greater. "If the die scores are not doubles then read each
die individually. If you scored a total of “7” you might have generated Reinforcements (page 69)"
@@jeffbosworth8116 Thanks and yes Jeff errors are likely but the best of intentions from the video!
Thank you and bought the books and campaigns.
If you think this is too complicated then you must not be very old. Complicated it is not. Try playing Squad Leader from back in the day.
Does not seem anymore complicated than Bolt Action or Chain of Command.
Ty for the tutorial.
Yes I think it takes time with any rule set
@ questions: I havelimited space, but unfortunately am addicted to Bolt Action, so I am just seeing this, butLOVING it! My Biggest table would be 2X 4.5 feet. Is that playable? 2), Are sniper and MG teams a thing here? I mean can you deploy them?
Hi Scott thanks for your note. So even a 2x2 is fine and you could check out the various options put out by Two Hour Wargames (check them out). Yes snipers and MGs are part of the game. And finally if you play solo feel free to check out the new book I wrote “Wargaming World Solo” for any period and scale. Take a look at my website www.wargamingworld.net Thanks again.
Very nice, really enjoyed this, the scenery and back ground looked very good, all the best Garry
Thanks Garry some rookie errors to be ironed out but the group and writers have been so helpful. Good to hear from you.
nice, I would like to see similiar vide for 5150 New beginning as I'm not able to go through a campaign - I don't understand a lot of things :-D :-D :-D
What brand figures are you using (and what scale)?
28mm and the figures are mixed including Crusader and Warlord
Thanks for the detailed game play. It will help me a lot. But ... at 27:18, I don't see why you're adding the firer's Rep to his weapon's Target Rating to arrive at the result for the Shooting Table. I don't see this in the rules nor in the example in the first column of page 26: "Sgt. Billy Pink (Rep 5) fires his Thompson SMG at three German soldiers ... Billy rolls 3d6 and scores a 6, 3, and 2. Each d6 is placed next to each target. I go down the left-hand column to the 10+ row (Rep 5 + 6 = 11) and score a Hit." The rules simply add the Rep to each D6.
BTW, the example(s) of Billy are the only way to determine a Thompson SMG's Target Rating. Not in basic rules or the Compendium.
Although I’d have to look back I’m sure I’ll have made some errors and appreciate you looking at the detail! Thanks for the note 👍
Add firer"s rep to the D6 result for each shot is on page 26 under "shooting a weapon".
This was great. I have the rules and it really learned a lot. Thanks!
Thanks Kevin I should get a second video out this weekend
Looking for something like this for some time! Thank you for this video.
Thanks Bruno and the next version will be out in a week or so
Great first video. Reinforcements appear on a combined roll of 7 not 7+ though, so there would not have been so many troops on the board.
Yes you’re right and I’m editing so will factor this in on the version two out this week
@@WargamingWorld Also, only one figure in a group causes an in-sight test, and all figures in the group get to make a free 2” move before it is rolled, so it may result in not being rolled at all if no figures end up with line of sight.
@@Gameturners2016 OK I’ll factor that in on the revised video I’ll work on today. Did you see any other errors?
@@WargamingWorld Yeah, but if you are discussing with Ed, I’m sure you’ll address them in the next edit. It’s good to see someone attempting this so I don’t want to rain on the parade 🙂
@@Gameturners2016 It’s great for as many people as possible to point out corrections so I very much welcome them. If you want to have a longer conversation feel free to email me at wargamingworlduk@gmail.com
Great video but I have a comment about the arc of fire or swath. According to the rules an SMG has a Target value of 3, which means it has an arc of fire of 3 inches and allows the firer to roll 3 dice to target enemies (page 25). In your vid you allowed the firer to shoot at 7 targets which is wrong. He can only target a max of 3 enemies within that swath. Otherwise Keep up the great work!
Sorry - another issue - you can only check for reinforcements if the total of activation dice is EXACTLY 7 - not 7 or over as you did round 11' 57'.
Noted thanks Steve
Thanks again Steve appreciate the point, and very welcome 👍
@@WargamingWorld all this is minor compared to how much we all appreciate your fine work on these videos. Respect. 👏🏻👏🏻
@@stevegriffiths962 Thanks Steve and fine to point these out it helps all of us 👍
Lovely table
Thanks that’s great
Excellent video. When you get a chance,maybe a video for Hell Hath NoFury! Anyway, keep it up.
Brilliant thanks. Is this a campaign?
@@WargamingWorld it's a vehicle only supplement to NUTS.
@@RLBadKarma Ah right I’ll check it out
Hi, can I ask what figures have you used please?
They are Crusader Miniatures
@@WargamingWorld Thanks
I'm really interested in this ruleset and happy to see more videos (already subscribed to your channel)
Great and thanks for the great feedback. Another video should be out at the weekend
@@WargamingWorld can't wait, cheers!
Btw which miniatures are you using? Are they 28mm? Thanks in advance.
@ They are 28mm. New video out within the hour!
@@WargamingWorld are they bolt action figures or else? I liked them a lot!
Can’t say I’m a fan of the rules. They seem a bit klunky, with a lot tables and modifiers - somewhat reminiscent of the Yaquinto 88/Panzer/Armor rules. I’ll probably pass on this one.
Having said that, I also want to add that your video is exceptional. The table and miniatures are stunning, the graphics and rules cites are very helpful, and you give a very thorough explanation of the rules and gameplay. I’m most impressed with the production quality. If I could offer one minor piece of constructive criticism, the dice tray could use something to soften the dice noise a little - maybe some felt or a piece of neoprene. When you throw several dice, they make a lot of noise compared to your voice level. Thanks for all your hard work!!!
Thanks and that is a terrific suggestion. The dice box does need an upgrade! Brilliant thanks
Have you ever used or considered using Platoon Forward to enhance the solo play?
Platoon Forward is that a rule set?
@@WargamingWorld
It is a companion to rule sets for solo play and adds some flavor to the experience.
Sold at Two Fat Lardies.
@@thomaschase7097 Thanks I’ll check it out
@@WargamingWorld
This is a 2nd Edition of an older book that also provides some solo play scenarios.
I figured you likely have this one and just in case not, thought I should mention it.
ua-cam.com/video/sByxMk5PHFY/v-deo.html
Is this just solo game or played with friends?
This can be played solo, with an opponent or with both players on the same side
Well I just Subscribed, rule book is on its way, hope to see more and ty for the videos. They are helpful and got me very interested. More please !!! Lol
Thanks very much and more to follow!
Great explaining
Thanks Paul appreciate the feedback
Where in the rules do you get the group firing pleases.
Here they fire as individuals rather than a group. However if you’d like to join the Facebook group of the same name you can get all the update discussion points
Nuts!
Very interesting system,.. I’ll certainly be taking a closer look!
Cheers Scott and look out for the next video!
You lost me on turn two. . . . I'll have to watch this again to try to grasp what all this means. I'm not impressed on a first look I must admit, but I'll not write it off just yet.
Sure, it’s going to get a “revised” version but absolutely it’s a question of what works. Appreciate the feedback as always.
I've watched this again right through and have come to the conclusion that these rules are not for me. There is just too much complication for my simple brain to take in. A game is supposed to be fun and this just seems to be too much like work to be enjoyable. It seems to have far too much layering of conditions and factors, before actually playing with the toys. Sorry to be negative, but it's just how I perceive these rules.
No apologies necessary I’ve just tried to put them out there for people to make up their mind 👍 Thanks for your thoughts here as always.
Because it's a solo system, I would agree that you're going to have that extra layer of steps that controls the AI. Solo designed games are always going to have additional rules that you have to follow and plenty of dice rolls for the AI to follow. It's kind of hard to avoid when playing solo systems. I've played Nuts! for many years and other games by THW, once you know the system, it's actually pretty easy and probably the best AI system out there.