War Never Changes, But the Battlefield Does: Modiphius Launches Fallout: Factions – Battle for Boston Starter Set

The ruins of the Commonwealth are calling. Modiphius Entertainment, the premier publisher of acclaimed tabletop RPGs and wargames, has officially opened pre-orders for the newest entry in their wasteland catalog: Fallout: Factions – Battle for Boston.

While Modiphius is well-known for Fallout: Wasteland Warfare, this new “Factions” system offers a streamlined, high-speed skirmish experience. Designed specifically for two players, Battle for Boston focuses on tight, tactical street fights where your crew’s growth is just as important as the battle itself.

In Fallout: Factions, players don’t just fight one-off battles; they engage in a persistent narrative. You lead a specialized crew through the skeleton of Boston, fighting block-by-block for territorial control.

The standout feature of this system is the evolution of your squad. As you play through a campaign, your crew members grow, change, and gain experience (or scars) based on every encounter, making each skirmish feel like a high-stakes chapter in your own Fallout story.

What’s Inside the “Battle for Boston” Starter Set?

Modiphius has designed this set to be a true “all-in-one” jumping-on point. Priced at £100 / $135 / €120 and scheduled to begin shipping in May 2026, the box is packed with high-quality components:

The Miniatures (32mm Scale): The set includes 20 high-quality, multi-part hard plastic miniatures that require assembly, allowing for significant customization:

• The Institute: 12 multi-part miniatures (plus bases) to represent the high-tech, synth-driven menace of the underground.

• The Brotherhood of Steel: 8 multi-part miniatures (plus bases) for those who prefer power armor and knightly resolve.

The Essentials:

• A 106-page Rulebook: Containing everything you need to run skirmishes and long-term campaigns.

• Battlefield Terrain: 4 sheets of punch-out terrain and a massive 3’ x 2’ double-sided battle map to bring the Boston ruins to your table.

• Tools of the Trade: 12 dice, 100 tokens, a tape measure, and a miniatures build guide.

• The Paperwork: 2 blank crew rosters to track your faction’s progress and stats.

For gamers who find large-scale wargames intimidating, Fallout: Factions is a perfect middle ground. The focus on smaller crews and “street-level” combat means faster setup times and more intimate, character-driven gameplay. Because the miniatures are multi-part hard plastic, hobbyists have the creative freedom to pose and gear their units specifically to match their in-game rosters.

Whether you are a loyalist to the Brotherhood or a puppet-master for the Institute, the battle for the Commonwealth begins this Spring.  Order from Modiphius Entertainment, or your FLGS.