There have been several versions of the Heavy Gear miniatures game since it first appeared in 1994, and each of those with multiple editions. We wanted to make sure that you knew which rules are current and how you can get them.
3rd Edition (Version 3.1)
The current version of the rules is Heavy Gear Blitz 3rd Edition (Version 3.1), which represents a slight update on the original 3rd Edition rules which were released in June 2021. The rulebook is available in full size softback book (A4/Letter sized), small-format softback (half size, which can also be found in the 2 Player Starter Boxes) and as a free PDF.
Free PDF Rules
Yes, that’s right. The full version of the current rulebook is available for free as a PDF file from DriveThruRPG.
Even if you have a hardcopy of the rules, we’d recommend getting the PDF too because it comes with all kinds of other useful files. There’s Force Record Sheets, tokens and even paper terrain that you can print out and build in the PDF’s files.
As of May 2023, it also includes the Heavy Gear Blitz 3.1 Companion which includes optional rules, new units, sample armies and a special section for new players.