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With 29 days still to go, the Kickstarter campaign for “A Summer in Dungeon Town & Modular Delver Wagon Miniature” has already garnered massive support, amassing an astonishing US$ 88,810 against a modest US$ 30,000 goal. With 487 backers and counting, the project promises a captivating three-month long adventure set in the Vinyotian academic settlement…
The Upcoming Remaster of Pathfinder’s Wizard Class Promises a More Academic and Thematically Rich Experience. Paizo has unveiled new details about the highly anticipated remaster of its wizard class, part of the Pathfinder Player Core and GM Core set to be released this November. James Case, Senior Designer at Paizo, penned a comprehensive blog post…
A high fantasy setting with deep roots in ancient Rome and classical cultures, “Vynestra: A Rome-Themed 5th Edition World & City Setting” is a Kickstarter campaign that has not only met its initial goal but has doubled it and then some, all thanks to its 184 backers. And with 22 days left in the campaign,…
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…
Celebrating International Talk Like a Pirate Day, Free League and Limithron bring you a tale of treacherous waters, mythical monsters, and limitless loot. Ahoy, tabletop RPG enthusiasts! Free League Publishing, and game creator Luke Stratton, also known as Limithron, have launched a new RPG that merges pirate fantasy with cosmic horror—PIRATE BORG. Released to coincide…
A new Kickstarter campaign titled “Wanderer’s Guide to Enchanted Emporiums” has surpassed its initial Kickstarter goal within days of launch. The 5E sourcebook promises to be a game-changer for players and Dungeon Masters alike, offering an array of features designed to make magic items more fun, accessible, and integral to storytelling. The campaign has already…
Monte Cook Games has announced the relaunch of its groundbreaking tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG), Invisible Sun, in the form of a limited reprint. Originally released in 2018, the game’s core rules boxed set, known as the Black Cube, sold out almost immediately. A second printing in 2019 also quickly sold out. The upcoming crowdfunding campaign…
With a week left in its Kickstarter campaign, Gem Room Games’ new tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) module, DUKK BÖRG, has substantially surpassed its initial funding goal of $3,000. As of today, the project has garnered over $12,096 from 430 backers. About the Game DUKK BÖRG is designed as a compatible module for the MÖRK BORG…
The Kickstarter campaign for the Level Up: Advanced 5th Edition Starter Box has surpassed its initial funding goal of $6,193, currently standing at $33,009. With 462 backers and 24 days left in the campaign, the project has generated considerable attention within the tabletop RPG community. What’s Inside the Box? The Starter Box is intended as…
As the D&D community continues to grow, there’s an increasing demand for new, engaging, and unique content. The Festival of Tombs, a Kickstarter campaign offering a solo D&D 5E adventure, seems to be hitting all the right chords. Already amassing a pledge amount of $15,134 against an initial goal of $5,000, the project has caught…
Pledges Surpass Initial Goal, Offering a New Wave of Spine-Tingling, Cinematic Horror Roleplay Experience In an era where nostalgia meets innovation, Aces Games has launched its second Kickstarter campaign for VHS – Very Horror Stories: Opening Night, garnering overwhelming support from fans of tabletop RPGs and horror aficionados alike. Within a short period, the campaign…
For fans of the RuneScape universe and tabletop gaming, mark your calendars because Steamforged Games is set to open pre-orders for both the RuneScape Kingdoms tabletop roleplaying game and board game on September 29. These games promise to bring the fantasy world of Gielinor to life with fresh yet faithful adaptations of classic quests and…
As Golarion, the setting of Pathfinder, stands on the precipice of monumental upheaval with gods falling and new immortals rising, Paizo has announced a fresh playtest to dive into this celestial chaos. Officially named the “War of Immortals Playtest,” the game publisher has introduced two novel classes aimed at enhancing the grandiosity of these looming…
A new Kickstarter campaign offers tabletop RPG enthusiasts a deep dive into the Lovecraftian world of Kadathport. A Multi-Dimensional Experience Designed as a system-neutral module, Rise of the Eldritch aims to be compatible with any fantasy TTRPG system. The Kickstarter package includes a plethora of downloadable content such as printable and Virtual Tabletop (VTT) battle…
The long wait is finally over. Renegade Game Studios announced on August 30th that the highly anticipated 5th edition of the storytelling game Werewolf: The Apocalypse is now available for purchase. What is Werewolf: The Apocalypse? Werewolf: The Apocalypse is a part of the expansive World of Darkness universe, which also includes other titles like…
As the summer’s warmth gives way to autumn’s chill, Free League Publishing invites fans to embark on extraordinary journeys into magical worlds, thrilling adventures, and timeless tales. This Q3-Q4 2023, prepare to explore Middle-earth, sail the high seas, survive a zombie apocalypse, unravel ancient mysteries, and much more. Here’s a look at the lineup: The…
This year marks an exciting milestone for one of the most iconic and beloved series in science fiction history. As “Doctor Who” reaches its sixtieth anniversary this November, fans have something spectacular to look forward to. Cubicle 7, the publisher known for its roleplaying game creations, will celebrate the occasion with the release of not…
The world of Assassin’s Creed© is making a thrilling leap from the console to the tabletop. The game’s publisher, CMON, has just unveiled the details of the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Roleplaying Game, set to be available for pre-order on September 5th. For those unfamiliar with the setting, the Assassin’s Creed universe centers around the ancient…
Cloudbreaker Alliance is a new counter-apocalyptic tabletop roleplaying game that’s recently headed to Kickstarter. The RPG has already amassed $31,680, surpassing its original goal of $19,313, and it’s still got 8 days left on the campaign! What Is Cloudbreaker Alliance? Developed with an original 2d6 system, Cloudbreaker Alliance combines the best of Eastern and Western…
The world of Barbie isn’t just about fashion, friendship, and fun; it can also be the perfect setting for an exciting and imaginative Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) campaign. By blending the magic and intrigue of D&D with the glamorous world of Barbie, you can create an unforgettable gaming experience for players of all ages. Creating…
Paizo’s Starfinder brand, which has been generating considerable buzz lately, recently opened the curtains to their playtesting process for the much-awaited Starfinder Second Edition. Thurston Hillman, the Managing Creative Director for Starfinder, elaborated on the exciting playtests they’ve been conducting internally. Hillman is responsible for overseeing the brand’s creative trajectory and coordinating with the talented…
SideQuest20 has once again funded and completed a successful Kickstarter titled “TTRPG Battle Maps, Monster Maps, and More! (2023 Edition)”. Designed for tabletop game aficionados, SideQuest20 offers an impressive collection of its best maps from 2023. Whether players are convening in-person around a table or navigating the virtual terrains of Roll20 or Foundry VTT, this…
50 Patrons of the Market, a set of systemless fantasy RPG cards, is now on Kickstarter. With a goal of just US$ 250, the project has already amassed an impressive US$ 3,273 thanks to its 489 backers. The campaign, which runs only until August 17, offers gamemasters an intriguing and versatile tool with just 27…
Free League Publishing ahs officially unveiled Dragonbane, the latest edition of Scandinavia’s pioneering and most-loved RPG, Drakar och Demoner. The revamped version of this storied fantasy RPG brims with enchantment, enigma, and escapade. This recent release has garnered much attention, having been named one of 2023’s most eagerly awaited RPGs by EN World. Its immense…
BKOM Studios, in collaboration with Paizo, unveiled an exhilarating new game set to hit Steam’s Early Access platform on September 14th: Pathfinder: Gallowspire Survivors. This roguelite bullet hell survivor offers a fresh perspective on the Pathfinder universe, inviting players to challenge the legendary villain, Tar-Baphon. Gallowspire is the resting place of the disgraced lich-emperor, Tar-Baphon….
Modiphius Entertainment made quite a splash at this year’s Gen Con, unveiling a treasure trove of exhilarating games, with the Star Trek universe taking center stage alongside their intriguing, original IP, Dreams and Machines. Two distinct Star Trek Adventures products set their coordinates for new horizons, while the all-new transmedia IP, Dreams and Machines, made…
Paizo has announced the second edition of the Starfinder roleplaying game. Launched in 2017, Starfinder became a pivotal release standing alongside Paizo’s stalwart Pathfinder brand. The second edition aims to take this galactic journey even further. The highlight of this announcement is the compatibility of Starfinder Second Edition with the soon-to-be-released Pathfinder Remastered rulebooks. Moving…
In a surprise move, gaming giant Modiphius has announced the early release of its eagerly anticipated Star Trek: Lower Decks Campaign Guide. Originally slated for an August 3 release, the company decided to launch the guide a week ahead of schedule, much to the delight of Star Trek fans worldwide. The unexpected change was influenced…
CJ Leung, known for his award-winning “Don’t Stop Thinking” YouTube channel, is gearing up to launch his latest project, a tabletop RPG called “Cloudbreaker Alliance,” on Kickstarter on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. “Cloudbreaker Alliance” (CBA) is an anime-inspired fantasy RPG that fuses elements of Eastern and Western media, creating an immersive gameplay experience reminiscent of…
Paizo has announced a partnership with Mirrorscape, an all-new extended reality (XR) tabletop gaming platform. This partnership will bring Paizo’s fan-favorite Pathfinder and Starfinder games into an authentic three-dimensional and augmented reality setting. It’s an exciting step forward that promises to add new layers of immersion and interactivity to the tabletop roleplaying experience. Set to…
