Looking for any warhammer 40k players in Jersey and also asking the question; where are the spots to be at?

I picked up 40k about ten years ago for the first time but slowly fell out of the loop. I picked it up again a bit after high school and have been building my army(IG/Astra Militarum) since.

Some of the locations I've heard of, and plan to check out soon, include Gamer's Gambit, Maplewood Hobbies, and Hobbytown. Does anyone frequent these locations and, if so, how many players usually show up? What days are hot? And what is the general point limit?

The places you mentioned have varying 40k nights. There is also Family Fun Hobbies in Hightstown as well. I guess it all depends on your location. Also there is apparently a spot down in Howell that is a arcade/table top place, but I don't know the name of it.

When I have gone, typically I bring 1500 points worth of an army to be safe.

Thanks for the info, I definitely plan to check out the game nights sometime within the next couple months. The only thing that's stopping me would be the fact that my army is only about 550 pts at the moment. Do they retail 40k at most and/or all of these places?

Hello, I have been gaming in NJ for the past 6 years, depending on where you live it could be a trek. I have been down to gamers gambit, it's a great store it's gravitas heavily toward warma/hordes not sure if 40k still has a following anymore. Hobbytown in Newton was where I spent a lot of time in the past but don't bother with it now, there is no gaming community there anymore. Mighty Titans closed last year which was a bummer. I game at The Dragon's Lair in Newton, it's right across from the college on Mill St. It's a small shop but they just started stocking 40k and I am pushing for a community there. We are going to have an open day and painting contest on Nov 8th.

Newton is about an hour and a half from me. If you do manage to rouse the gaming community and develop specific game days for campaigns, nights and so on, I'll probably take a hike up there once or twice a month.

Gamer's gambit and elite battleground are the two I'm most likely going to spend some time at just to get a view of the scene.

Where in NJ are you? there are a couple of stores down by me in South Jersey that both have a 40k following.

Jesters Playhouse is in the Northfield area, about 10 minutes out of Atlantic City.
AetherStorm Games is where I typically hang, its in Cape May, about 1/2 mile from the ferry.
I know at Aetherstorm, there are gamers that will play anything from 500 point skirmish all the way up to and including Apoc type games.

I'm from central NJ around the Sayreville area which is about an hour and a half from Atlantic City but, as I mentioned before, I would definitely be willing to hike down for a game day.

I'm in Lakewood in NJ. I usually go to East Coast Gamers on sundays when people tell me they are going to be there.

You should also check out this another war gaming store called the comic book store in glassboro nj and another is called outside the box in Voorhees nj

Family Fun Hobbies is a pretty decent store over in Hamilton area. I am in Freehold, I just wish we had a more local store.

Apparently hobbymasters in Red Bank is the place to go on Wednesdays and Fridays.

I haven't gone on a game night yet but they've got a cool store in a nice location with a large selection of product. I do plan to check it out one of these days though.

Family Fun Hobbies has a friendly gaming community. There night for war gaming is Monday. Space is limited so they tend to play 750 point games.

Has Hobby Masters improved? I haven't been there in many years and that was because the last time I was there the 40k selection was nearly non existent and they had a single gaming table that saw so little use it was filled with random stock from the store.

East Coast Gamers recently re-opened after there store burned down. They are located in Toms River. I haven't checked them out yet but hope to soon.

Not sure if OP is still watching the thread but this Saturday there is going to be a mega battle at the dragons lair in Newton, we should have a decent turnout if you are looking for a casual game with 1850 pt lists.

Also not sure if anyone was updated but gamers gambit went out of business in October and Hobby Town (not that anyone cares about that miserable shack) is moving to a smaller location in byram.

 Pawn of Tzeentch wrote:
Family Fun Hobbies has a friendly gaming community. There night for war gaming is Monday. Space is limited so they tend to play 750 point games.

Has Hobby Masters improved? I haven't been there in many years and that was because the last time I was there the 40k selection was nearly non existent and they had a single gaming table that saw so little use it was filled with random stock from the store.

East Coast Gamers recently re-opened after there store burned down. They are located in Toms River. I haven't checked them out yet but hope to soon.

I have been to Family Fun Hobbies a few times, seems a little cramped, but the group was nice. I need to get updated with the rules a bit before I attempt to venture out, don't want to bog down a "pro" with my Spanish inquisition style of playing!

Hobby Masters is an odd-place. They do quite a bit of MTG, but the only 40k, I have seen has been on plain folding tables with no terrain, and it typically hidden in the back of the store, also not to mention their absurd 40k pricing!

 MadMaverick76 wrote:
I have been to Family Fun Hobbies a few times, seems a little cramped, but the group was nice. I need to get updated with the rules a bit before I attempt to venture out, don't want to bog down a "pro" with my Spanish inquisition style of playing!

Hobby Masters is an odd-place. They do quite a bit of MTG, but the only 40k, I have seen has been on plain folding tables with no terrain, and it typically hidden in the back of the store, also not to mention their absurd 40k pricing!

I'm stuck in the same boat as you. I haven't played a game in over a year, but that's not stopping me from playing an apoc game this Saturday at Outside the Box Games. It's nice returning after being away for a while. Everything is fresh again.

The Night Stalker wrote:
Not sure if OP is still watching the thread but this Saturday there is going to be a mega battle at the dragons lair in Newton, we should have a decent turnout if you are looking for a casual game with 1850 pt lists.

Also not sure if anyone was updated but gamers gambit went out of business in October and Hobby Town (not that anyone cares about that miserable shack) is moving to a smaller location in byram.

I would but my work schedule is extremely unforgiving and my days off are usually only Sunday and Monday. Things should shake up in the next few months and hopefully I'll be able to make a pilgrimage there.

Still probably a bit of a hike for you is The Only Game in Town (TOGiT) in Somerville. Popped in there a couple times and it seems pretty busy. Apparently their crowd is pretty competitive and they do 40k on Wednesdays with bigger events on weekends occasionally. Good selection of merch too just don't expect a discount. If you are up for a Sunday game let me know. I don't mind small games. Let's me try out my new army too.

If you are interested, I know Hobby Masters has a slowly growing warhammer community. I'm over in Eatontown, and have been dying for a game. They do open gaming Wednesday nights, and have a full tourney legal warhammer table. If you're interested in playing one night, PM me and we'll get in touch.

There is also Top Deck Games.
http://www.topdeckgamesonline.com/

55 Haddon Ave.
Haddon Township (aka Westmont), NJ 08108

They mostly have card games, but they do have tables for battles and plenty of scenery to use. I enjoy going there.

Hey guys,

NJgamer tells me that the only places near me are Hobbytown in Newton (1 and 1/2 hours from me) and HobbyMasters in Red Bank is still to confirm that they have 40k games on certain days. Will update with more information as I get it but I am looking for a good store with a cool community.

Maplewood hobby on friday's is great. Good people and great staff.

That is one I want to check out. I may have to wait for my work schedule to be changed though.

 O'connell wrote:
Hey guys,

NJgamer tells me that the only places near me are Hobbytown in Newton (1 and 1/2 hours from me) and HobbyMasters in Red Bank is still to confirm that they have 40k games on certain days. Will update with more information as I get it but I am looking for a good store with a cool community.

Hobby Masters does have 40k, and a pretty decent following from what I gather. I have recently started playing with a buddy at Gamer's Realm in East Windsor. Pretty big place, and lots of room for games, just really no GW product.

Hobby town in Newton is no longer there, due to rent problems they moved over to Byram, they don't do any 40k events and I'm not sure if they have product left, they stopped carrying it a while back.
Dragon's lair in Newton is doing well, we have an event on the 18th if you are interested, the info is on their FB page and website. There is also Markorama games in franklin but they keep running into finical problems so the store may not be there for much longer.

Bump for relevance... Does anybody know what days Hobby Masters has 40k nights and/or is anyone going?

 O'connell wrote:
Bump for relevance... Does anybody know what days Hobby Masters has 40k nights and/or is anyone going?

Weds at Hobby Masters is 40k, never been, but still curious. I am just getting back into 40k, and relearning the rules so until I feel 100% confident I won't be leaving my own private gaming table. Family Fun Hobbies does 40k on Monday nights, and Gamer's Realm does it on Weds or Thursday, although they don't have a designated night for it.

 MadMaverick76 wrote:

 O'connell wrote:
Bump for relevance... Does anybody know what days Hobby Masters has 40k nights and/or is anyone going?

Weds at Hobby Masters is 40k, never been, but still curious. I am just getting back into 40k, and relearning the rules so until I feel 100% confident I won't be leaving my own private gaming table. Family Fun Hobbies does 40k on Monday nights, and Gamer's Realm does it on Weds or Thursday, although they don't have a designated night for it.

Let me know if you're going up one night and I should be able to as well, work permitting. I haven't played in years myself and, just like you, I just picked up the 7th edition a few months ago. The rules are mostly the same save for the psychic phase (though I've limited my army in psykers because of this fact) and I've always been shaky on the assault phase, though I've been studying up on it quite a bit lately.

Also, my army has taken shape in the form of a 1000 pt Imperial Guard army and growing, plus a couple of my buddies wanted to get back into playing as well where their skill level is the same as yours and mine.

 O'connell wrote:
Bump for relevance... Does anybody know what days Hobby Masters has 40k nights and/or is anyone going?

Man, I can't believe live 10 minutes from there and I've never gone. If people are going tomorrow, I'd show up!

O'connell wrote:

 MadMaverick76 wrote:

 O'connell wrote:
Bump for relevance... Does anybody know what days Hobby Masters has 40k nights and/or is anyone going?

Weds at Hobby Masters is 40k, never been, but still curious. I am just getting back into 40k, and relearning the rules so until I feel 100% confident I won't be leaving my own private gaming table. Family Fun Hobbies does 40k on Monday nights, and Gamer's Realm does it on Weds or Thursday, although they don't have a designated night for it.

Let me know if you're going up one night and I should be able to as well, work permitting. I haven't played in years myself and, just like you, I just picked up the 7th edition a few months ago. The rules are mostly the same save for the psychic phase (though I've limited my army in psykers because of this fact) and I've always been shaky on the assault phase, though I've been studying up on it quite a bit lately.

Also, my army has taken shape in the form of a 1000 pt Imperial Guard army and growing, plus a couple of my buddies wanted to get back into playing as well where their skill level is the same as yours and mine.

I have been playing at home with a buddy who is recently into it as well. He is still quite new, but we are both avoiding the psychic phase as well. The rules seem a bit more streamlined, but still new things take time.

Malaur wrote:

 O'connell wrote:
Bump for relevance... Does anybody know what days Hobby Masters has 40k nights and/or is anyone going?

Man, I can't believe live 10 minutes from there and I've never gone. If people are going tomorrow, I'd show up!

I would if it weren't for work today. I heard there is a pretty good following there. There aren't many places that still carry GW products as well as having events.

Anyone know what size army I should bring for games at Hobbymasters?

Malaur wrote:
Anyone know what size army I should bring for games at Hobbymasters?

Considering the current size of my force, I'll be bringing about 1100pts when I go but someone told me that games usually go up to 1750.

The game room in Woodbridge also has a group. About 15 minutes from you. Also I think there are a couple of stores on staten island

I have heard about the game room, do they carry GW?

I've been to the game room several times but it never seemed as though there were a lot of people there. Their range of GW products is fairly extensive.

When do you guys meet up?

The game room if busy on weekends

tiger g wrote:
The game room if busy on weekends

I'm trying to come up within the next couple weeks, what time do you guys do 40k? Specific days? And how many points should I bring?

If anyone is still looking for a game, I intend to be at the Hobbymasters in Red Bank tomorrow night. I've been itching to find new players since my group is a whopping two people, (myself included,) and things are getting stale of late.

 Vassili_68 wrote:
If anyone is still looking for a game, I intend to be at the Hobbymasters in Red Bank tomorrow night. I've been itching to find new players since my group is a whopping two people, (myself included,) and things are getting stale of late.

Put myself on the docket for the future. I can't make it most days because I work the night shift (2-10pm) at my job, but I definitely want to come by for a game soon and then we can figure out future plans.

 Vassili_68 wrote:
If anyone is still looking for a game, I intend to be at the Hobbymasters in Red Bank tomorrow night. I've been itching to find new players since my group is a whopping two people, (myself included,) and things are getting stale of late.

Did you end up going? How is the turn out? I went a while ago, was turned off by the staff and a bit by some of the players, also they seemed to have no space for 40k. I am willing to give it another shot, just need some feedback before I make the trek.

some of the places i used to go

the only game in town - Somerville NJ (some of the best players int he world/country play here)

Maplewood hobbies - maplewood (good store)

gamers realm -hamilton (not sure anymore since htey moved/sold to new owners)

 frgsinwntr wrote:
some of the places i used to go

the only game in town - Somerville NJ (some of the best players int he world/country play here)

Maplewood hobbies - maplewood (good store)

gamers realm -hamilton (not sure anymore since htey moved/sold to new owners)

Went to Gamer's Realm in their new spot, no 40k to speak of. Mostly card games now. They only have one table for 40k, with no terrain....kind of sad.

that is sad.... try out the only game in town.

When and where do you guys want to meet up and play? My army is about 1200 points now so I'm just about ready to play a few games. I definitely still want to network with you guys since it seems difficult to find people to play 40k with.

Sunday's are a definite for me as I'm always off on that day. Usually Wednesday's as well.

Wednesdays seem to be the best day. I tried to look into getting the Monmouth County library to give us a room for tabletop, they are fine with it, just requires $5 and only people over 18+ which can be a problem.

 MadMaverick76 wrote:
Wednesdays seem to be the best day. I tried to look into getting the Monmouth County library to give us a room for tabletop, they are fine with it, just requires $5 and only people over 18+ which can be a problem.

That's actually perfect, I'm right on the edge of Monmouth county and 5 dollars is nothing. I guess we would just need to bring terrain?

Yea, I can try talking to the lady. I know that there are some in NJ Gamers that were interested. I will talk to them this week and see what I can arrange.

In the meantime, where can I go to snag a game?

Family fun hobbies in Hamilton is Monday nights. Weds at Hobbymasters, and I am unsure of when at the Game Store in Woodbridge.

Have you made it to hobbymasters recently? That would probably be my first choice and family fun if there's a tournament but I believe I'm off Wednesday's.

If you guys need another player i am willing to join you. Been awhile since i played so will need help with the new rules but from what i can see hasn't changed much. Okay please keep me in the loop!

Tim (Deathguard633)

P.S. My picture is a Nurgle War Altar from Citadel Journal Days!!!!! So be prepared to see alot of RT in my armies!!!!

O'connell wrote:Have you made it to hobbymasters recently? That would probably be my first choice and family fun if there's a tournament but I believe I'm off Wednesday's.

Work ends for me in about a week or so (I am a teacher). Starting in July I will try and make it a weekly trip, just in debate between Family Fun and HobbyMasters, Family Fun is closer for me (Freehold) so we shall see. I will keep you posted though.

DeathGuard633 wrote:If you guys need another player i am willing to join you. Been awhile since i played so will need help with the new rules but from what i can see hasn't changed much. Okay please keep me in the loop!

Tim (Deathguard633)

P.S. My picture is a Nurgle War Altar from Citadel Journal Days!!!!! So be prepared to see alot of RT in my armies!!!!

I have been playing 7th since it came out and I still am getting a hang of all the little bits and pieces! So we could practically be in the same boat.

Time Warp Comics and Games in Cedar Grove has 40k night every Thursday, but lots of WMH players (amongst other games) show up to those days as well

Hey guys, I probably won't be able to make it up to hobbymasters today, what time does everyone usually show up at?

Figured I would mention it here. There is a brand new hobby store opening in Freehold, NJ tomorrow called Nova Games. Looks pretty awesome, hoping it will sell 40k.

 MadMaverick76 wrote:
Figured I would mention it here. There is a brand new hobby store opening in Freehold, NJ tomorrow called Nova Games. Looks pretty awesome, hoping it will sell 40k.

Did you end up going? I was checking out their Facebook page and it looks pretty legit, also very close to where I live.

I know hobbymasters is essentially a bust because they don't have a big 40k following and the only other store I know of, as mentioned by chaos, is Time Warp but they're about an hour+ from me.

 O'connell wrote:

 MadMaverick76 wrote:
Figured I would mention it here. There is a brand new hobby store opening in Freehold, NJ tomorrow called Nova Games. Looks pretty awesome, hoping it will sell 40k.

Did you end up going? I was checking out their Facebook page and it looks pretty legit, also very close to where I live.

I know hobbymasters is essentially a bust because they don't have a big 40k following and the only other store I know of, as mentioned by chaos, is Time Warp but they're about an hour+ from me.

So I went with buddy of mine. Seems pretty legit, just not much product so far. I am hoping the expand a bit, at least to carry the paints and some minis. Good size store though, definitely able to house a few games. Going to head back again this week with my buddy and do a few 500 point games to see what we can stir up in terms of interest. Probably going to bring a few different mini games to see what peaks interest.

Hoping to see a decent 40k following, definitely off to a promising start though.

 MadMaverick76 wrote:

 O'connell wrote:

 MadMaverick76 wrote:
Figured I would mention it here. There is a brand new hobby store opening in Freehold, NJ tomorrow called Nova Games. Looks pretty awesome, hoping it will sell 40k.

Did you end up going? I was checking out their Facebook page and it looks pretty legit, also very close to where I live.

I know hobbymasters is essentially a bust because they don't have a big 40k following and the only other store I know of, as mentioned by chaos, is Time Warp but they're about an hour+ from me.

So I went with buddy of mine. Seems pretty legit, just not much product so far. I am hoping the expand a bit, at least to carry the paints and some minis. Good size store though, definitely able to house a few games. Going to head back again this week with my buddy and do a few 500 point games to see what we can stir up in terms of interest. Probably going to bring a few different mini games to see what peaks interest.

Hoping to see a decent 40k following, definitely off to a promising start though.

Did the owners/employees mention anything about an interest from the community in 40k? Or if they would have designated nights and/or tables and terrain?

Where is that store in Freehold located? I drove by the area and didn't notice the place.

Im curious, a move to the Camden county area may be in my future. Whats the gaming scene like down there? Im from Chicago where tabletop gaming is probably the most plentiful in the country and just trying to get a feel of what kind of hit my gaming hobby is going to take.

Im North Jersey, so I cant be certain, but its my perspective that the Philadelphia area (I loathe using that term) gaming scene is arguably superior, at least insofar as the competitive gaming scene is concerned.

chaos0xomega wrote:
Im North Jersey, so I cant be certain, but its my perspective that the Philadelphia area (I loathe using that term) gaming scene is arguably superior, at least insofar as the competitive gaming scene is concerned.

that's a positive. Chicago I cant hit a golf ball in any direction without hitting a game shop so pick up games and what not are easy to get almost any day of the week. Plus we have adepticon

Thanks for the info I can imagine that my hobby wont die then

NP, one of the popular shops in the region seems to be Jesters Playhouse, its in Atlantic County (Northfield I think) but they host a lot of gaming events down there. Theres also Showcase Comics in Philly IIRC. Im sure there are smaller shops scattered about that you can game at as well. Theres also lots of gaming events going on in the area regularly, kind of a triangle between Baltimore/Philly/NYC, which NJ sits squarely in the middle of, in which many gaming cons and/or tournaments occur (especially if you play games other than 40K, another big plus is that theres a very big and active Warmachine/Hordes community statewide, as well as in the Philly region. Infinity, Wrath of Kings, Malifaux, and Bolt Action have also been picking up some serious steam in the North/Central Jersey region as well, I would assume the same is true down south.. The only downside is that the shops and/or events arent as densely clustered together as they are in Chicago, this being Jersey, be prepared to drive about 30-45 minutes in any direction to get anywhere.

I love this state, but the road network sucks since (with the exception of the Garden State Parkway) its designed principally to get someone from a point outside the state to another point on the opposite side of the state, rather than to move people within the state to another part of the state. As such, an area that is only 20 miles away in a straight line distance could very well require you to drive 40-50 miles to get to since there is no easy straight-line route between them.

Pawn of Tzeentch wrote:Where is that store in Freehold located? I drove by the area and didn't notice the place.

It is close to Jackson Mills and Route 9 intersection going towards Howell. It's in a plaza with a Windmill fast food.

O'connell wrote:

 MadMaverick76 wrote:

 O'connell wrote:

 MadMaverick76 wrote:
Figured I would mention it here. There is a brand new hobby store opening in Freehold, NJ tomorrow called Nova Games. Looks pretty awesome, hoping it will sell 40k.

Did you end up going? I was checking out their Facebook page and it looks pretty legit, also very close to where I live.

I know hobbymasters is essentially a bust because they don't have a big 40k following and the only other store I know of, as mentioned by chaos, is Time Warp but they're about an hour+ from me.

So I went with buddy of mine. Seems pretty legit, just not much product so far. I am hoping the expand a bit, at least to carry the paints and some minis. Good size store though, definitely able to house a few games. Going to head back again this week with my buddy and do a few 500 point games to see what we can stir up in terms of interest. Probably going to bring a few different mini games to see what peaks interest.

Hoping to see a decent 40k following, definitely off to a promising start though.

Did the owners/employees mention anything about an interest from the community in 40k? Or if they would have designated nights and/or tables and terrain?

Their weekly calendar isn't set yet but as this is a sequel to Close Encounters to Brick I can only imagine 40k will have a presence. I will be going either tomorrow or Friday night to play a few games with my bud, 40k being one of them. Going to see what that stirs up in terms of interest.

Hey guys! I'm looking to get back into WH40k. I live in the Point Pleasant/Brick/Toms River area and was wondering if anyone would be willing to play and teach me the game. I'm going to create a Tyranid army. PM me!


Thanks!

Daggermouth_1 wrote:
Hey guys! I'm looking to get back into WH40k. I live in the Point Pleasant/Brick/Toms River area and was wondering if anyone would be willing to play and teach me the game. I'm going to create a Tyranid army. PM me!


Thanks!

Hey bro, welcome back! I'm still looking for a local place near us to play some games at as well as a bigger army and a bit more free time. However, when the stars align and I do get all these things, I'd be happy to play a few games with you as I'm just getting back into it myself and depending on what the last edition was that you played, I'll assume things aren't too much different.

It seems that in the grim darkness of the far future, there are no stores that host games near me.

In all seriousness, Nova games in Freehold is the closest store to me. There is also Close encounters in Toms River and East Coast Gamers in Toms River.

Did you guys check out those stores? Seems like you and MadMaverick are in the same area as me.

It's so damn hard to find a group of people to play with. I just need to fuel my warhammer addiction!

Been to Nova when they had a soft opening in the beginning of September. Since then though they have been closed, waiting for them to reopen, then I will probably be there every Monday evening with my buds doing Mercs, Deadzone, Bolt Action, and/or 40k.

I know that feeling Daggermouth. The only day I am available for wargaming is Tuesday. Not many people off or available that day.

Exactly. I bought some stuff but I'm debating if I should return it since I literally can't find anyone to game on a Thursday night and give up. This sucks!

Well if Nova ever opens back up, we could try to arrange a weekly night to game.

The two stores I hit up regularly are:

- Maplewood Hobby, Maplewood, Friday nights - Mixed Competitive lists in a pick up and play setting, very friendly and sociable; you can expect guys who don't care too much about winning, just enjoying the thrill of crushing you with a great/awful/fluffy list, lots of Forgeworld models and custom-creations (like the Unicorn Wraithknight); it's hosted by an arts and gaming store so there's tons of painting supplies, painters touching up models, finished works in display cases, and TONS OF TERRAIN!

- Highlander Games and Comics, Boonton, Saturday nights - Extremely casual group focused on friendly gaming, restricts lists to single CAD, no allies, and no Lords of War/Super-Heavy/Gargantuans; so you can expect "fair" games for new players or light hobbyists without anything worse than a Screamerstar and few-to-no D weapons; there's limited terrain currently to support all the games played so expect very sparse amounts of cover.


Both are great places with friendly people constantly playing pickup games! Highlander is a more relaxed community of townies while Maplewood has the power and energy of the city.

Thanks for the info. I work way up north (at least its way up north) in Basking Ridge and I know the Bearded Dragon is also nearby. The hard part is figuring out different schedules and time commitments, etc. It's difficult because all the places up north have games on the weekends and I'm not up to drive an hour and a half one way to play.

I heard Time Warp does 40k every Thursday I believe? Regardless, don't give up, just keep building your armies because I will find some free time at one point or another and head over to some place. I'm still waiting to see if that store in Freehold has a 40k following. Since it's so close, it'll probably be my best bet.

 O'connell wrote:
I heard Time Warp does 40k every Thursday I believe? Regardless, don't give up, just keep building your armies because I will find some free time at one point or another and head over to some place. I'm still waiting to see if that store in Freehold has a 40k following. Since it's so close, it'll probably be my best bet.

I hear that. It's hard because I'm just starting the hobby up after a long hiatus and I never really played a full game (other than the battle of Macragge). But I am super fascinated by Warhammer 40k. Played almost every video game dedicated to the lore and I enjoy the modeling/painting too. The miniatures just look badass and I want to get into it. Just no friends who share the same hobby. Thanks for the support guys.

My weekends are usually shot due to other commitments so I'm thinking during the week would be the best time to play.

I keep checking Nova's facebook page to see if they're opening anytime soon - but nothing yet.

TLDR; Just want to geek out and play warhammer.

Hey guys next month we are having a tourney at Time Warp. Very low,key with a tourney format built for fun , not broken power gaming. Check out the thread !

Haldir wrote:
Hey guys next month we are having a tourney at Time Warp. Very low,key with a tourney format built for fun , not broken power gaming. Check out the thread !

Hey bro, I saw the thread. I've only got a 1250pt army at maximum, would I be unable to play?

O'connell wrote:I heard Time Warp does 40k every Thursday I believe? Regardless, don't give up, just keep building your armies because I will find some free time at one point or another and head over to some place. I'm still waiting to see if that store in Freehold has a 40k following. Since it's so close, it'll probably be my best bet.

Daggermouth_1 wrote:

 O'connell wrote:
I heard Time Warp does 40k every Thursday I believe? Regardless, don't give up, just keep building your armies because I will find some free time at one point or another and head over to some place. I'm still waiting to see if that store in Freehold has a 40k following. Since it's so close, it'll probably be my best bet.

I hear that. It's hard because I'm just starting the hobby up after a long hiatus and I never really played a full game (other than the battle of Macragge). But I am super fascinated by Warhammer 40k. Played almost every video game dedicated to the lore and I enjoy the modeling/painting too. The miniatures just look badass and I want to get into it. Just no friends who share the same hobby. Thanks for the support guys.

My weekends are usually shot due to other commitments so I'm thinking during the week would be the best time to play.

I keep checking Nova's facebook page to see if they're opening anytime soon - but nothing yet.

TLDR; Just want to geek out and play warhammer.

Guys have no fear. I talked to Close Encounters (Sister/Brother store to Nova Games) and I was told two weeks due to permit issues getting resolved. So there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel that hopefully isn't a train?!?!

With that said, I will be starting a 40k club there if no one else does. I need to meet with the owner and discuss dates and such to see what can be worked out. I am currently in the process of dismantling my game room in my house (taking 2 6x4 tables with lots of terrain is tough) to make room for a guest room as per the wife's request. With that said I will need a new place to play. I currently possess every army in 40k in built and painted condition. I am going to see about loaning them out to the store with pre-made lists for any casual players or people who are curious. I don't have the room for the 40k I have (I possess about 600 individual models accompanied by about 100 various vehicles, all painted and built).

My hope is to share my 40k items with new comers and encourage the group to expand. This is of course as long as there is nothing already in the works, which hopefully a discussion with the owner can provide. I hope to reignite my passion for 40k as I have become more enthralled with easier and cheaper miniature games that I will also be bringing along with me.

I am currently bringing two-three people with me on this endeavor so we shall see how it goes.

 MadMaverick76 wrote:

O'connell wrote:I heard Time Warp does 40k every Thursday I believe? Regardless, don't give up, just keep building your armies because I will find some free time at one point or another and head over to some place. I'm still waiting to see if that store in Freehold has a 40k following. Since it's so close, it'll probably be my best bet.

Daggermouth_1 wrote:

 O'connell wrote:
I heard Time Warp does 40k every Thursday I believe? Regardless, don't give up, just keep building your armies because I will find some free time at one point or another and head over to some place. I'm still waiting to see if that store in Freehold has a 40k following. Since it's so close, it'll probably be my best bet.

I hear that. It's hard because I'm just starting the hobby up after a long hiatus and I never really played a full game (other than the battle of Macragge). But I am super fascinated by Warhammer 40k. Played almost every video game dedicated to the lore and I enjoy the modeling/painting too. The miniatures just look badass and I want to get into it. Just no friends who share the same hobby. Thanks for the support guys.

My weekends are usually shot due to other commitments so I'm thinking during the week would be the best time to play.

I keep checking Nova's facebook page to see if they're opening anytime soon - but nothing yet.

TLDR; Just want to geek out and play warhammer.

Guys have no fear. I talked to Close Encounters (Sister/Brother store to Nova Games) and I was told two weeks due to permit issues getting resolved. So there seems to be light at the end of the tunnel that hopefully isn't a train?!?!

With that said, I will be starting a 40k club there if no one else does. I need to meet with the owner and discuss dates and such to see what can be worked out. I am currently in the process of dismantling my game room in my house (taking 2 6x4 tables with lots of terrain is tough) to make room for a guest room as per the wife's request. With that said I will need a new place to play. I currently possess every army in 40k in built and painted condition. I am going to see about loaning them out to the store with pre-made lists for any casual players or people who are curious. I don't have the room for the 40k I have (I possess about 600 individual models accompanied by about 100 various vehicles, all painted and built).

My hope is to share my 40k items with new comers and encourage the group to expand. This is of course as long as there is nothing already in the works, which hopefully a discussion with the owner can provide. I hope to reignite my passion for 40k as I have become more enthralled with easier and cheaper miniature games that I will also be bringing along with me.

I am currently bringing two-three people with me on this endeavor so we shall see how it goes.

That sounds pretty awesome - you sir, are a scholar and a gentleman. I'm glad they are opening soon so we can start playing!

I'm sure there are some other people on this thread who would join in too.

A true hero! I will probably head over there in the upcoming months to get a feel for the place as daggermouth and I have been coordinating a games day.

Do you guys think we should start a Facebook group or something? Might be easier to coordinate.

Guys , we have 4 spots left out of 20 for our tourney this weekend. 3 games and a great way to meet and network with other 40K players in NJ.

NJ Gaming eh? I'm a jersey player! I'd love to have a wider group to play with.

Daggermouth_1 wrote:
Do you guys think we should start a Facebook group or something? Might be easier to coordinate.

An independent forum would be pretty cool. With separate spots of all the sectors of the state as well as a board listing all the local tournies. Maybe a link page to all the sites of different clubs around the state.

Hey guys , I'm from Lincoln Park. I didn't even know Boonton had a store? I don't live far from there. Time Warp Thursdays are very casual and laid back. That's why our tournaments are so restricted . It's deseigned for the average gamer to participate without the latest power creep in hand. But starting a Facebook group might not be a bad idea.

Theres already a ton of facebook groups for it:

NJ Gamer
North Jersey Wargamers
etc etc etc

Central Jersey Gamers on Facebook for gamers located in Monmouth and Ocean County.

If anyone in NJ is looking to play some 40k this weekend, on Sunday the 29th I will be putting together a mega battle at Highlander Games in Boonton with the help of the staff.

bring an 1850 list and whatever SHV/GC's you want.

There will be a FW warlord titan on the board!

I'm part of a group that meets every Monday starting at 5pm. Most of the group has played 40K at some point and is now on to other games. However, there are 2 brand new players and I'm looking to start it up. Could use more players. The atmosphere is light and non competitive (beer and pretzels just without the pretzels). We are located in Randolph, NJ. Have tons of tables and scenery. Would love to start an escalation.

Im in Union County and I play in a group of 4, anyone play at TOGIT, maple wood hobby, or the Game room? TOGIT is pretty dope, Ive heard good things about maplewood hobby, and the Gameroom has mad tables.

Rock The 40 wrote:
Im in Union County and I play in a group of 4, anyone play at TOGIT, maple wood hobby, or the Game room? TOGIT is pretty dope, Ive heard good things about maplewood hobby, and the Gameroom has mad tables.

I think my buddy, who also just got back into 40k, plays at TOGIT and has a couple times. I've been on somewhat of a hiatus just because life has been getting busy but am definitely looking for some games in the near future.

Also, does the game room definitely have tables still? That's the closest store to me as I live in middlesex county and have always enjoyed the low-key aspect of the game room.

 O'connell wrote:

Rock The 40 wrote:
Im in Union County and I play in a group of 4, anyone play at TOGIT, maple wood hobby, or the Game room? TOGIT is pretty dope, Ive heard good things about maplewood hobby, and the Gameroom has mad tables.

I think my buddy, who also just got back into 40k, plays at TOGIT and has a couple times. I've been on somewhat of a hiatus just because life has been getting busy but am definitely looking for some games in the near future.

Also, does the game room definitely have tables still? That's the closest store to me as I live in middlesex county and have always enjoyed the low-key aspect of the game room.

Yea the last time I was at Game Room they had at least 4-5 tables and some scenery as well. I havent played any games there but when I asked they said just call ahead to make sure there's tables available, I know TOGIT has a wednesday night 40k thing goin on. I went once with one of my friends to check it out and it was pretty poppin, gonna try to go soon and play.

Hey guys, I'm a fairly new player and wanted to get more into the competitive side of the game. Anybody know of any places in NJ that hold some sort of tournaments? Or at least have a more competitive environment?

I know that Time Warp Comics and Games in Cedar Grove had a bunch of tournaments in the fairly recent past but I'm not entirely sure if they still do. I would contact Haldir on this forum and he should be able to let you know.

Have a small group of about 5 of us that play 40k and other games at least once a week. We are located in Millville, Cumberland County. Send me a pm if your interested!

Does anyone plat at Top Deck Games in Haddon Township? I was thinking of playing there or somewhere near there.

acrylicsentinel wrote:
Does anyone plat at Top Deck Games in Haddon Township? I was thinking of playing there or somewhere near there.

I just moved into the area and once I finished working on my house I was gonna start gaming at Top Deck and Outside the Box.

O'connell wrote:

Rock The 40 wrote:
Im in Union County and I play in a group of 4, anyone play at TOGIT, maple wood hobby, or the Game room? TOGIT is pretty dope, Ive heard good things about maplewood hobby, and the Gameroom has mad tables.

I think my buddy, who also just got back into 40k, plays at TOGIT and has a couple times. I've been on somewhat of a hiatus just because life has been getting busy but am definitely looking for some games in the near future.

Also, does the game room definitely have tables still? That's the closest store to me as I live in middlesex county and have always enjoyed the low-key aspect of the game room.

Rock The 40 wrote:Im in Union County and I play in a group of 4, anyone play at TOGIT, maple wood hobby, or the Game room? TOGIT is pretty dope, Ive heard good things about maplewood hobby, and the Gameroom has mad tables.

I'm in Middlesex too, always looking for a game, (especially Horus Heresy) Wednesdays and Saturdays are usually good for me. Guess i need to check out TOGIT.

Looking for a competitive game (ITC?) at either Outside the box or Top Deck? Anyone?

Moving to the area in about a month from Baltimore. Would host a casually competitive game every week at my house in Baltimore but looking for players in the North NJ/South NY area once I get there. Happy to hit up some FLGS or host some games as I have a decent amount of terrain etc. Any tips?

moses4188 wrote:
Moving to the area in about a month from Baltimore. Would host a casually competitive game every week at my house in Baltimore but looking for players in the North NJ/South NY area once I get there. Happy to hit up some FLGS or host some games as I have a decent amount of terrain etc. Any tips?

There are some great places in North jersey. Time Warp is great as well as Maplewood Hobby

Looking for 40k 8th edition games around the Northern Jersey Area. Currently in Morristown NJ.

Would like to get more prepared for tournaments like the NOVA.

Any suggestions on good gaming locations or interest in a some 40k matches and beer please let me know.

Hey Ferris, there is actually a decent community in northern NJ

Check out the north jersey wargamers Facebook page and the mythicos pages. There are always people setting up meet ups and events.

Mythicos studios in succusana has its 40k day on Monday. We also play at Highlander in boonton, all in one collectibles in Randolph and the bearded dragon in Bernardsville

Guys at Mythicos Studios we are hosting a 40K league as well as tournaments. Lots of action , for info go to Mythicos Studios on FB.

Hobbymasters in Red Bank actually has a fairly large following these days as well. Relatively frequent games (usually at least once a week), growing frequency of tournaments, and they have a group chat on Facebook messenger to get in contact with anyone looking to play a game. If you guys are interested, check out the group "Hobbymasters 40k" on Facebook.

I hate to bring up necro threads, but Maplewood hobby has 40K nights on Firdays (That's where I have started playing) and there is a newer place in Woodbridge called Paipay Brothers' Gaming.
The Brothers just opened, so if anyone wants to meet there and get something going, I'm game...Its only about 10 min from me

I'm not too far from there.

My army is not ready yet But gimme a month, and I'd be down for game.

I play Blood Angels successor, and I am just getting back into gaming, so I'm looking for local players...

Resurrecting a dead(ish) thread.

Looking to see if anyone is free next Sat 9/22 or Sun 9/23 for a game of 40K. I'm bringing Blood Angels up to 2500 pts and can meet anywhere within an hour's drive of Newark airport (maybe even further).

Im just getting back into wargaming, so not super competative, but I prefer Matched Play.

Hit me up if you are interested.


- Wargboyz