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Get ready to embrace the spooky season with a new tabletop roleplaying game hitting Kickstarter on October 22. “Final Girl Rising” is hoping to captivate fans of the slasher horror genre. “Final Girl Rising” is powered by the Apocalypse system, known for its narrative-driven gameplay and flexibility. This game explores the iconic horror trope of…
Modiphius Entertainment has announced the availability of pre-orders for the new tabletop RPG based on the 1970s science fiction television series “Space: 1999.” This announcement coincides with Breakaway Day, an homage to the series’ premise. The “Space: 1999” TTRPG, produced in collaboration with Anderson Entertainment, utilizes Modiphius’ 2d20 system, which has been tailored to accommodate…
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….
Learn how to transform popular fantasy stories into immersive tabletop role-playing quests. Game masters: keeping it fresh? Your players have reached powerful levels, and they have woven every spell available and faced all manners of beasts and Demons. “One-shot” quests set in a new world can provide that instant refresh. But how to write that,…
Following the success of “Baldur’s Gate 3,” WizKids is set to release “Dungeons & Dragons: Builders of Baldur’s Gate.” The board game’s release will capitalize on the sustained popularity of the Baldur’s Gate series, leveraging the established fan base and the narrative backdrop that Baldur’s Gate 3 revitalized. “Dungeons & Dragons: Builders of Baldur’s Gate,”…
If you’re a Dungeon Master craving something light-hearted yet intriguing for your game nights, look no further. The latest Dungeons & Dragons module, “The Town Where Nothing Goes Wrong,” is set to launch on Kickstarter on September 16. This unique one-shot adventure comes from the creative mind of Alex Edwards, known for the eldritch horror…
Modiphius Entertainment has announced it will launch a Kickstarter campaign for a new roleplaying game based on Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series. The campaign for Discworld: Adventures in Ankh-Morpork is set to begin on October 15. This project marks the first new Discworld RPG in more than twenty years, following a previous release in 1998 by…
During an event held by Goldman Sachs yesterday, Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks, alongside CFO Gina Goetter, provided a look at the future direction of Dungeons & Dragons. The chat started off with Cocks doubling down on his previous statements that Hasbro “is going all in on digital”, and that they are “working with the best…
Osprey Games is set to release a new role-playing game this September, titled “Through The Hedgerow: A Roleplaying Game of Rustic Fantasy.” This game invites players to explore a fantastical version of the countryside, where hidden paths lead to adventures across different eras. “Through The Hedgerow” encourages players to imagine venturing down a neglected lane,…
Free League Publishing has set the release of The Electric State Roleplaying Game for October 1. This tabletop game, inspired by Simon Stålenhag’s narrative art book of the same name, will be available through the Free League webshop, in stores, and on DrivethruRPG. The game transports players to an alternative version of 1997, envisioning a…
Magpie Games has launched a Kickstarter for “Ruins & Expeditions,” the latest expansion for “Root: The Roleplaying Game.” This expansion enriches the world of the Woodland with new factions, intriguing playbooks, and mechanics centered around exploring ancient ruins and securing lost relics. In “Ruins & Expeditions,” players can join two new factions—the Hundred and the…
Son of Oak Game Studio has released a new expansion for their tabletop RPG City of Mist, called Local Legends. Available now in digital format, the expansion will also be available in print this November. Local Legends adds nine new districts to the game, each with unique characteristics and stories. This expansion allows players to…
Creators Marsh Davies and Jim Rossignol are set to expand their RPG series with “GOLD TEETH,” following the success of their earlier game, “TEETH.” With a new Kickstarter campaign launching on September 16th, the creators aim to captivate players with an adventure set in 1781, focusing on piracy in the midst of colonial upheaval and…
Dragonmount Press is preparing to launch its new tabletop role-playing game, Zombie Road, on Gamefound tomorrow, September 10, at 3:00 PM CET. The game, set in a post-apocalyptic world, merges real-world locations with tabletop RPG mechanics. Zombie Road RPG is unique in that it allows players to represent themselves in the game, set against the…
Green Ronin Publishing has launched a new addition to their line of sourcebooks for The Expanse Roleplaying Game, titled “Trades of the Expanse: Pirate.” The book is now available for purchase through Green Ronin’s Online Store and DriveThruRPG. Written by Expanse RPG veteran Jason Mical, “Trades of the Expanse: Pirate” looks into the life and…
In a spirited fusion of tabletop lore and craft beverages, New Holland Brewing Co. has teamed up with Wizards of the Coast to mark the 50th anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons with special edition drinks. The collaboration promises to add a touch of magic to the brewery’s storied Dragon’s Milk lineup. The limited edition offerings,…
Limithron, creator of the acclaimed Pirate Borg RPG, is launching a new Kickstarter campaign titled “Down Among the Dead” on September 17th. The campaign is aiming to enrich Pirate Borg and 5E gameplay with new expansions and accessories. The Kickstarter will introduce the Pirate Borg Starter Set and an adventure anthology titled “Down Among the…
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….
By chasing digital profits in the wake of the success of Baldur’s Gate III, is Wizards of the Coast opening the market for competitors looking to dethrone the king of TTRPGs? Dungeons & Dragons, the once venerable titan of tabletop role-playing games, has embarked on a journey into the digital realm as showcased in the…
The tabletop role-playing community has shown strong support for Nathan Bruha, known as The Amethyst Dragon online, through his Kickstarter campaign for “The Amethyst Dragon’s Hoard of Everything.” This 575-page supplement is designed to enhance the Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition experience, offering over 1,700 new and innovative options for both players and Dungeon Masters….
Clint Hocking, known for his role in shaping modern video game narrative and mechanics, has ventured into new creative territory with the launch of a new entirely web-based TTRPG. This transition from video games to tabletop RPGs introduces Mythmaster RPG, now available in a free open beta after more than a decade of development. Known…
The “Battlezoo Bestiary: Elemental Storm” campaign is set to bring a substantial addition to the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition and Pathfinder 2e with over 170 elemental monsters, new spells, and enhanced gameplay rules. This new bestiary adds innovative monster crafting and hunting rules, enriching the role-playing experience. The monsters featured in the…
Skylar Dash AKA Dashing Adventure, a Texas-based attorney and professional Dungeon Master, has initiated a Kickstarter campaign titled “Infernal Marches,” touching upon intellectual property rights issues stemming from professional Dungeon Masters using Dungeons & Dragons Intellectual Property to deliver paid performances to private audiences. Dash has been pushing for clarification on the topic since starting…
The roleplaying game “Old Gods of Appalachia” is expanding its universe with the introduction of “Deeper Still,” now on Backerkit. Known for its unique blend of folklore and eldritch horror, the game deepens with three new books that bring additional lore, character options, and detailed adventures, enhancing the overall game experience. The expansion, enriched by…
Mongoose Publishing has officially acquired the Traveller franchise from its creator, Marc Miller. This transition, finalized in January but only recently disclosed, coincides with the lead-up to the game’s 50th anniversary in 2027. The discussions regarding the future of Traveller between Miller and Mongoose began several years ago, culminating in a formal purchase agreement early…
Adder Stone Games has announced an upcoming Kickstarter campaign for A Faeseeker’s Guide to Avallen, a new sourcebook inspired by Celtic history and mythology, set to expand the Legends of Avallen tabletop RPG series. The sourcebook will delve into the Celtic Iron Age, reflecting the historical era of Roman conquests, and will introduce over 200…
Meguey Baker, an award-winning game designer known for her work on Apocalypse World and the Powered by the Apocalypse system, was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and is undergoing further treatments. In response, Lumpley Games, which Baker co-founded, has collaborated with DriveThruRPG to organize a fundraising initiative titled “Meguey Baker vs Cancer.” The bundle…
During the latest D&D Direct livestream, several updates were introduced for Dungeons & Dragons, focusing on both physical and digital expansions slated for 2025. Player’s Handbook Early Access and Updates The 2024 Player’s Handbook will be available early on September 3 for those who have pre-ordered and are subscribed to the Master Tier on D&D…
Magpie Games is preparing to expand its lineup with “Root: Ruins & Expeditions,” a new supplement for “Root: The Roleplaying Game,” set to hit Kickstarter on September 10th. This addition to the award-winning tabletop RPG, which is based on Leder Games’ popular board game, invites players to explore ancient ruins and uncover hidden treasures within…
Modiphius Entertainment has released a revised edition of the “Solasta Campaign Rulebook,” now available in print and PDF formats. This release follows a partnership with Tactical Adventures and Rookery Publications, building on the foundation of the RPG video game “Solasta: Crown of the Magister.” Originally introduced through a Kickstarter campaign, the rulebook adapts the Dungeons…
