Steamforged Games and Kobold Press have announced a joint venture to create a starter set for the Tales of the Valiant tabletop roleplaying game. This new initiative aims to provide an accessible and engaging entry point for newcomers to the world of tabletop roleplaying.
With a legacy spanning 17 years, Kobold Press has established itself as a significant contributor to the roleplaying community, especially noted for its third-party Dungeons & Dragons content. The company has recently expanded its portfolio with the Black Flag Roleplaying rules and the Tales of the Valiant roleplaying game. Steamforged Games, known for its Epic Encounters range and celebrating its 10th anniversary, brings a track record of producing immersive gaming experiences. The partnership focuses on expanding and enhancing the accessibility of tabletop roleplaying games.
Mat Hart, Co-founder and Creative Director at Steamforged Games, detailed the initiative’s objective to develop fundamental roleplaying skills for beginners in an intuitive manner. The collaboration aims to gradually build players’ confidence and competence, ensuring they enjoy the roleplaying experience.
Wolfgang Baur, founder and CEO of Kobold Press, expressed his company’s enthusiasm for partnering with Steamforged Games. He highlighted the starter set as an ideal way for new participants to engage with the hobby, emphasizing the ease of access and the enjoyment it aims to bring to beginners.
Details on the Tales of the Valiant Starter Set are yet to be fully disclosed, but the partnership signals a significant effort to make tabletop roleplaying more approachable for new players. For those interested in following the development of this project, updates will be available through the Steamforged newsletter.