Every miniature painter knows the dread of the "Pile of Shame." You spend dozens of hours meticulously edge-highlighting a squad, only to store it away in a dark foam box because professional display options are often overpriced and fragile.
This year, skip the "Foam Case Burial." The WarSplay® system is the smart, durable, and lightweight alternative built to get armies out of storage and onto the shelf. Our modular tiers are specifically compatible with Warhammer 40,000®, Age of Sigmar®, and major skirmish systems. Whether you are buying for a veteran general or a new recruit, here is how to give their army the stage it deserves.
High-cost acrylic alternatives reflect harsh glare from hobby lamps and smudge instantly. Our stands feature a signature matte finish that ensures the focus remains on the paint job. For a full breakdown, see our guide on Acrylic Cases vs. Open Stands.
1. The IKEA® Cabinet Upgrade
Most wargamers rely on glass cabinets like the classic IKEA Detolf® or the new IKEA Blåliden®. However, flat shelves waste valuable vertical space and hide the rear ranks in shadow. WarSplay's modular tiers instantly double display capacity while providing "stadium seating" visibility. If they are running out of shelf space, check out our post on IKEA Detolf alternatives.
2. The Skirmish Squad Setup
For gamers who play skirmish games like Kill Team® and Warcry®, or smaller skirmish games, organisation is paramount. Our tiers are perfectly sized for standard 32mm bases, locking them into neat, visible formations. It's the perfect way to stop hiding miniatures and turn a small squad into a desk centrepiece.
3. The Centrepiece Showcase
Every army has its heavy hitter—a massive warlord, a towering mech, or a dragon. WarSplay is engineered to handle these 80mm centrepieces alongside standard infantry. Our modular podiums elevate the commander above the troops, creating a dynamic diorama. Unsure of their base sizes? Consult our Miniature Display Stand Size Guide to find the perfect fit.
4. The Magnetic Upgrade (New for 2026)
For the hobbyist who already owns every brush and paint, our newest release is the showstopper. The WarSplay Pro builds magnets straight into every podium — magnetised models snap on and stay put, even if you lift or tilt the whole stand. Built for 40mm armies and the first of a brand-new wave, it's the gift that genuinely surprises a seasoned painter.
Around half of our orders are bought as gifts, so we've curated collections to make choosing easy: Gifts for Wargamers, Father's Day Gifts for Hobbyist Dads, Birthday Gifts for Miniature Painters, Christmas Gifts for Hobbyists and Secret Santa Gifts for Gamers.
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Give the gift of a professional showcase. Our modular systems grow with their collection, ensuring they never run out of room for their next project.
👉 Shop the WarSplay® Gift CollectionCompatibility & Legal: WarSplay® modular stands are independent designs. They are compatible with Warhammer 40,000®, Age of Sigmar®, and other tabletop systems, but are not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by, or endorsed by Games Workshop Group PLC. Warhammer 40,000® and Age of Sigmar® are trademarks of Games Workshop Limited; references here are editorial and used only to describe compatibility and context. IKEA®, Detolf®, Blåliden®, and Billy® are trademarks of Inter IKEA Systems B.V.