Ronnie Renton, the founder of Mantic Games, joins the podcast to discuss the world of tabletop miniatures, game design, and the company’s evolution.
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Ronnie shares his journey from working at Games Workshop to starting his own company, his thoughts on the state of the hobby, and how Mantic has carved its own niche with games like Kings of War, Dungeon Saga, and their latest licensed projects, including Halo.
We discuss the challenges of creating accessible wargames, the importance of growing the hobby, and how Mantic is embracing new technologies like 3D printing. Plus, Ronnie teases some exciting upcoming releases!
He also took a moment to deny a claim made in White Dwarf 122:
“A man famous for winning a GW fancy dress competition by entering as a twelve-sided dice.”
Fake news, apparently!
Topics Covered:
- Ronnie’s background in wargaming and his early days at Games Workshop
- The founding of Mantic Games and its vision for accessible, fun wargames
- The balance between hobby-focused and casual-friendly games
- The role of licensed games like The Walking Dead, Hellboy, and Halo
- How Mantic’s approach to miniatures and game design has evolved over the years
- The rise of 3D printing and its impact on the industry
- Upcoming releases, including Kings of War: Champions, new Halo content, and more!
A massive thanks to Ronnie for taking time out of his busy schedule for a chat!