Rick Priestley

Rick Priestley is a British game designer, author, and miniatures wargaming pioneer. Working for Games Workshop for decades, he played a foundational role in creating the fantasy wargaming industry.

He is best known as the co-creator of the legendary tabletop wargames Warhammer Fantasy Battle and Warhammer 40,000, establishing immersive fictional universes.

Priestley’s visionary world-building and game mechanics have inspired millions of hobbyists, science fiction fans, and tabletop gamers worldwide. He is a titan of gaming culture.