Adepticon 2026, the annual miniatures gaming convention held from March 25 to March 29 this year, brought in a wealth of announcements, product reveals, and community fervor. For players, painters, and enthusiasts of tabletop gaming, the event continues to serve as a touchstone for what’s next across multiple game systems.

Starcraft Makes a Splash

Among the most talked-about highlights was the appearance of Starcraft miniatures at Adepticon. Widely anticipated, the arrival of Starcraft miniatures was met with overwhelming enthusiasm; reports suggest that boxes sold out within just a few hours. The high demand underscores the appetite among collectors and gamers for this franchise's entry into tabletop gaming.

Beyond just hitting the shelves, the release also included a detailed timeline for future products, offering players and collectors insight into what they can expect in the coming months. Demos of the gameplay and showcases of the miniatures were available online during the event, adding to the buzz. The founder edition starter sets, slated for release next month, appear to be generating significant interest.

Conquest: New Formats and Models

Conquest, known for its large-scale fantasy battles, used Adepticon to unveil updates to its First Blood line. The reworked sets featured new packaging and an updated approach to the rules, ostensibly designed to make the skirmish-level format faster-paced and more accessible. For those looking to dive deeper, full army sets—compatible with both First Blood and the standard Conquest ruleset—remain an attractive option.

The event also saw Conquest reveal new miniature sets, such as the Brute Warriors for the Weaver Courts, a trebuchet-style war engine, and other meticulously designed figures. Fans of the game, divided on Conquest’s distinctive scale, were presented with more choices to expand their factions.

Warlord Games: Konflikt '47 Updates

Warlord Games surprised attendees with an expanded showing at Adepticon, including the “Konflikt '47: Introduction Box.” Designed as an entry point, the box includes terrain components and card figures to facilitate quick games. The dual-purpose design aims to lower the barrier for newcomers interested in this alternate-history World War II tabletop game.

Other notable announcements from Warlord Games included their new release, Festung Europa, an alternate-history supplement, and teases about Invasion America, which adds the Japanese faction to the mix. While “Konflikt '47” hasn't yet reached a significant audience in some regions, its creative approach is gaining traction globally.

Trench Crusade Makes a Comeback

Trench Crusade, another grimdark-themed title, announced a major new release at Adepticon: the Carcass Front, a two-player starter box. The starter set appears to be part of an effort to address previous community frustrations over unmet promises. A collaboration with I Painter featuring the Prussian Stosstruppen miniatures also attracted attention.

Despite a turbulent history, Trench Crusade seems to be finding its footing. The brand’s recent partnership with Wargames Atlantic for a separate range of miniatures also reflects efforts to diversify its offerings.

Infinity and Warcrow: Corvus Belli’s Highlights

Corvus Belli further expanded the Infinity line with the reveal of their latest operation box, Operation: Mazebreaker. These operation boxes have traditionally served as a gateway for new players to enter the sci-fi skirmish game, and this latest entry appears to carry on the tradition.

In addition to Infinity updates, Corvus Belli highlighted news from its fantasy-focused game, Warcrow. The release of the Mount Haven bundle, along with an announcement of the upcoming Witch Hunt campaign, rounds out the company’s slate of announcements. Fans were directed to promotional videos for deeper insights into both franchises.

Golden Demon and Games Workshop

No Adepticon would be complete without coverage of Games Workshop’s announcements and the perennial fan-favorite Golden Demon competition. This year marked the release of the 11th edition of Warhammer 40,000. The sprawling update promises to draw both returning players and newcomers. Though Games Workshop remains a juggernaut in tabletop gaming, some attendees described their relationship to the Warhammer franchise as distant yet nostalgic.

Meanwhile, the Golden Demon painting competition showcased stunning artistry. A standout piece that captivated many fans—an Old World entry by artist Lucas Zaba—garnered widespread admiration but ultimately fell short of the event’s highest honor, the Slayer Sword. Still, the talent on display reinforced why this contest remains so beloved among miniature painters.

The Road Ahead

Adepticon 2026 succeeded not only in delivering exciting new products but also in further connecting the global hobbyist community. As the convention closes its doors, the anticipation now shifts to seeing how the various releases and updates play out in local gaming communities. With Salute and other major conventions on the horizon, the miniature wargaming world shows no sign of slowing down.