Chaosium is releasing a new fourth edition of The Encyclopedia Cthulhiana this October, bringing the definitive guide to Lovecraftian horror back to shelves in full-color hardback format. First published in 1994 and updated several times since, the book compiles detailed entries on mythos deities, creatures, tomes, and artifacts—from Azathoth to Zylac—tracing their appearances across fiction…
Chaosium is giving RuneQuest fans a one-two punch this autumn with two new releases: Lands of RuneQuest: Sartar in October, followed by The Apple Lane Campaign in November. First up, Lands of RuneQuest: Sartar drops October 14 and serves as a setting guide for the newly-liberated kingdom at the heart of Dragon Pass. Fresh off…
Chaosium in collaboration with AEG Presents, has announced Call of Cthulhu Live, a live theatrical adaptation of the popular game. The production will tour five UK cities in May and June 2025. The show will feature a narrative centered around the Cthulhu Mythos, blending elements of horror, mystery, and interactive storytelling. Mark Meer, known for…
Chaosium has released QuestWorlds, a new self-contained roleplaying system designed for cinematic and larger-than-life gameplay. Inspired by classic pulps, comic books, and weird fiction, QuestWorlds aims to provide a versatile and accessible experience for players of all levels. QuestWorlds is a complete roleplaying system that does not require additional books to play. Its rules-light framework…
Chaosium has released a remastered edition of Sun County, a beloved campaign supplement originally published in 1992 for the third edition of RuneQuest. This new version, part of the RuneQuest Classic series, is now available on DriveThruRPG in digital and print formats. Sun County is set in the Gloranthan region of Prax, where a fiercely…
The ElfQuest RPG Kickstarter campaign achieved its funding target in under 10 minutes and reached $100,000 within half a day. This support for the deluxe remaster of the 1984 ElfQuest RPG, based on Wendy and Richard Pini’s graphic series, brings new stretch goals into focus, beginning with a Gamemaster screen at $125,000. In its original…
Chaosium has launched No Time to Scream, a new release for Call of Cthulhu that offers three short-play scenarios designed for quick yet intense sessions. Each scenario is crafted to be played in around two hours, making it ideal for single evening adventures. The supplement comes with pre-generated investigators, full-color maps, and handouts to assist…
Chaosium has confirmed that the ElfQuest RPG 40th anniversary reissue will launch on Kickstarter on October 29th. This new Deluxe 2″ boxed set will include all the original material from the game’s 1984 release, along with supplements. The ElfQuest RPG, based on the popular comic series by Wendy and Richard Pini, was first published in…
Chaosium has announced the return of its Call of Cthulhu Humble Bundle in an encore edition. This bundle includes over $425 worth of digital content for $25, featuring the core Call of Cthulhu rules, the Starter Set, the Investigator Handbook, and the Keeper Rulebook. The encore edition also adds the newly released Nameless Horrors 2nd…
Chaosium has announced the winners of the 2024 Greg Stafford Memorial Award for Gloranthan Fandom, recognizing significant contributions to Gloranthan fan culture. This year’s award is presented to David Hall, Kevin Jacklin, Dan Barker, and David Cheng for their work in running the freeform game “Home of the Bold” at Chaosium Con in Ann Arbor…
Yesterday marked the sixth anniversary of the passing of Greg Stafford, the legendary founder of Chaosium, and in tribute to his legacy, Chaosium has launched “The Companions of Arthur,” a new community content program for the Pendragon tabletop roleplaying game on DriveThruRPG. Michael O’Brien, vice president of Chaosium, reflected on Stafford’s impact, stating, “Among the…
Chaosium has released Lands of RuneQuest: Dragon Pass, an expansion designed for both players and gamemasters of the RuneQuest role-playing game. This new supplement dives into the magical and mythological region of Dragon Pass, a key setting in the Bronze Age fantasy world of RuneQuest. The book serves as a comprehensive setting guide, covering the…
Chaosium has released a new campaign for Call of Cthulhu, titled The Order of the Stone. Set in the 1920s, this horror mystery spans three parts, taking players on a journey to prevent the release of an ancient and malevolent entity. The story begins in Ireland, where an archaeological team accidentally uncovers a horrific being…
Amid the ongoing debate about AI’s role in tabletop RPG creation, Chaosium has reaffirmed its stance against the use of AI-generated content. Chaosium’s Vice President Michael O’Brien shared a section from the company’s FAQ on their blog, reiterating their commitment to original, human-created work. Their contracts require that submitted art and writing be entirely free…
Chaosium Inc., in collaboration with ElfQuest creators Wendy and Richard Pini, has announced plans to reissue ElfQuest: The Roleplaying Game, originally published in 1984. The roleplaying game is based on the popular ElfQuest comic series and uses Chaosium’s Basic Roleplaying system (BRP) as its core. The game was originally written by Steve Perrin, Sandy Petersen,…
Chaosium has announced the shortlist for its $10,000 Basic Roleplaying (BRP) Design Challenge, highlighting a variety of tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) concepts from emerging creators. The competition aims to provide financial assistance to creators for independent publication, whether digital or print. From 195 entries, ten designs have been shortlisted, with each creator receiving USD $500….
Chaosium Inc has introduced a new scenario for their Rivers of London roleplaying game titled “The Font of All Evil.” This 44-page standalone scenario draws inspiration from Ben Aaronovitch’s urban fantasy novels and serves as an introductory adventure for players. “The Font of All Evil” sets players on a murder investigation in Ealing, West London….
Chaosium Inc. has launched two new titles for role-playing game fans, “Pendragon Core Rulebook” and “The Grey Knight.” These releases promise to immerse players in the adventures and intrigues of King Arthur’s Britain, offering a blend of chivalric tales and strategic gameplay. The “Pendragon: Core Rulebook” encompasses the essential mechanics of the Pendragon game system,…
Chaosium is set to release a new supplement for the RuneQuest game series titled “Cults of RuneQuest: The Lunar Way,” scheduled for release on May 22nd. This new addition to the RuneQuest series expands on the game’s universe by introducing players to the deities of the Red Moon. Priced at $39.99 and spanning 160 pages,…
Chaosium has announced the release of an updated edition of the RuneQuest: The Glorantha Sourcebook. This edition enriches the existing guide to the world of Glorantha, a setting developed by Greg Stafford and celebrated for its depth and complexity in the realm of fantasy gaming. The world of Glorantha has been a source of inspiration…
The Kickstarter campaign for “Horror on the Orient Express: The Board Game” by Chaosium Inc. has significantly exceeded its funding goal, raising US$ 888,621 against an initial target of US$ 50,000. With 8,761 backers supporting the project and 10 days remaining until its conclusion on April 19, the campaign demonstrates strong interest from the board…
Chaosium Inc., the publisher renowned for the Call of Cthulhu tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG), has introduced the Basic Roleplaying: Universal Game Engine Design Challenge. This competition is open to TTRPG designers worldwide, offering cash prizes to ten participants. The initiative aims to support and promote innovation within the TTRPG community. The competition centers around Chaosium’s…
Chaosium has announced the release of “Alone Against the Static” in hardcover, an engaging solo adventure set in the unnerving universe of Call of Cthulhu. This modern-era scenario, initially set in the early 1990s, promises a unique solo gaming experience that delves deep into the heart of the Cthulhu Mythos. A Troubled Getaway Turns into…
Swashbucklers, Prepare for Adventure: Immerse Yourself in New Lands and Mythologies Chaosium Inc., the company behind the renowned 7th Sea RPG, has just launched two new expansions in PDF format—Land of 1000 Nations and Cities of Faith and Wonder. Both releases promise to deepen the lore and expand the world of Théah, giving players more…
Chaosium Inc., known for its successful “Call of Cthulhu” tabletop role-playing game, is set to bring its revered horror campaign, “Horror on the Orient Express,” to the realm of board gaming. Long celebrated as an iconic horror campaign in tabletop role-playing, “Horror on the Orient Express” is now making its debut as a cooperative board…
Chaosium Inc. has released “Cults of RuneQuest: The Prosopaedia”, the latest addition to their esteemed RuneQuest tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) series. This launch marks the first in the new line of Cults of RuneQuest sourcebooks. A rich, detailed encyclopedia of the gods of the fantasy world of Glorantha, The Prosopaedia stands as a crucial reference…
Chaosium Inc. has announced that “Cults of RuneQuest: The Lightbringers,” will be available for purchase this August. This volume is the second book in the new “Cults of RuneQuest” sourcebook series, which delves deeper into the rich lore of the RuneQuest TTRPG. The book serves as a comprehensive guide for players to the storm pantheon,…
Leading game publisher, Chaosium Inc., revealed that the eagerly awaited new sourcebook ‘Cults of RuneQuest: The Prosopaedia’ is set to hit the shelves on July 13th, 2023. This hardcover edition, priced at $37.99, is a 152-page, full-colour book that dives deep into the mythology that defines the universe of RuneQuest, the popular tabletop role-playing game….
Chaosium Inc. has announced the hardback release of “Basic Roleplaying: Universal Game Engine” for this October. “Basic Roleplaying” (BRP) is a comprehensive set of core rules that power various tabletop roleplaying games such as Call of Cthulhu, RuneQuest, Pendragon, and Rivers of London, among others. This system is well-loved among new and veteran role-players alike…
Chaosium Inc., the game design company known for its innovative role-playing games, has announced the release of the Pendragon Starter Set, scheduled to launch on June 29th. Priced at $29.99, the boxed set includes three full-color softcover booklets, pre-generated character sheets, appendices, battle cards, and a set of seven polyhedral dice. Created by Greg Stafford,…
