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Promotional artwork of Berserk with the swordsman Guts in profile.
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Official Berserk Board Game Announced, Set For Worldwide Release

French developer Monolith Board Games has partnered with Digital Catapult and Hakusensha to develop and distribute an official Berserk board game.

July 5, 2024 | 04:20 EDT

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Applications for GAMA Horizons Fellowship Are Open, Organization Promotes Diverse Tabletop Creatives

Applications are now open for the 2024 GAMA Horizons Fellowship, a program providing grants to marginalized tabletop creators and retailers.

July 3, 2024 | 05:09 EDT

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Ascension Legends Brings Back Beloved Deckbuilding Game

Stone Blade Entertainment has announced Ascension Legends, a new standalone expansion of the deckbuilding game designed for veterans and newcomers.

July 2, 2024 | 04:16 EDT

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Developers of Digital TTRPG Fablecraft Announce Homebrew Tools

The developers of Fablecraft have announced that homebrew tools, including music and soundscapes, will be coming to their digital TTRPG.

July 1, 2024 | 04:34 EDT

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Everything You Need To Know About Quests From The Infinite Staircase, A D&D Adventure Anthology Blast From The Past

Last week we heard about adventures found within upcoming D&D anthology book Quests From The Infinite Staircase featuring remastered adventures from the original D&D and AD&D.

July 1, 2024 | 12:00 EDT

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Magic: The Gathering Foundations Set Helps Bring New and Old Players Together

Wizards of the Coast has announced Magic: The Gathering Foundations, a brand new set designed to introduce new players to the game.

June 28, 2024 | 04:03 EDT

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Duskmourn: House of Horror Details Revealed at MagicCon Amsterdam

Wizards of the Coast showed off their next two sets, revealing new details about Duskmourn: House of Horror, including the return of a fan-favorite format

June 28, 2024 | 08:39 EDT

Promotional image of Mattel's new colorblind accessible board games, showing Uno, Phase-10, Ker Plunk, Uno Quatro, Tumblin' Monkeys, Blokus, and Skip-Bo.
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Mattel Committing to Board Game Accessibility Going Forward

Mattel has announced a commitment to board game accessibility, pushing to make 80% of their catalog playable to colorblind players.

June 26, 2024 | 04:34 EDT

A promotional image of the Eldritch Automata TTRPG, showing a giant robot stabbing a giant dragon monster. A banner is visible saying the project was funded in 36 minutes.
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Eldritch Automata, The Cosmic Horror Mecha TTRPG, Blows Up On Backerkit

Gehenna Games has relaunched their crowdfunding campaign for Eldritch Automata, a cosmic horror mecha TTRPG. It was fully funded in 36 minutes.

June 26, 2024 | 03:12 EDT

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CRIT Awards No Longer Attending GenCon 2024, Investigating Virtual Event Possibility

In response to recent social media posts regarding their Code of Conduct, the CRIT Awards announce they will not be attending GenCon 2024.

June 25, 2024 | 05:35 EDT

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Pokemon Art Contest Finalists Disqualified After AI Allegations

The Pokemon Company has announced that several finalists in its Pokemon TCG illustration competition have been disqualified for violating contest rules.

June 25, 2024 | 09:38 EDT

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MTG Secret Lair Summer Superdrop 2024 Brings Assassins Creed and Hatsune Miku

Wizards of the Coast has announced their Secret Lair Summer Superdrop 2024 line-up. The cards include crossovers with Assassins Creed and Hatsune Miku.

June 24, 2024 | 05:57 EDT

Official artwork of the Paladin from Dungeons & Dragons 2024
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Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Class Changes Detailed by Wizards of the Coast

Wizards of the Coast has released new material showcasing various Dungeons & Dragons 2024 class changes. Here is what has been tweaked so far.

June 21, 2024 | 04:09 EDT

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What You Can Play During Free RPG Day 2024

On June 22nd, the tabletop community celebrates Free RPG Day 2024. An event where local hobby stores give away free products. This is what to expect.

June 20, 2024 | 04:28 EDT

Promotional image of the TTRPG Everyday Heroes by Evil Genius Games, showing a guy in a hat with a gun, a guy in a tank top cracking his knuckles, and a girl with a spiked baseball bat, all walking away from an explosion.
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Evil Genius Games Owner Promotes NFT Tech Despite Company Policy Being Against It

Evil Genius Games owner Dave Scott attended pitch competition Consensus 2024, promoting NFTs and Web3. This is against the company's anti-NFT policies.

June 19, 2024 | 03:53 EDT

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Unstoppable Board Game, A Roguelike Deck-Builder, Is Fully Funded on Kickstarter

Renegade Game Studios Unstoppable board game, a roguelike momentum deck-building, has gone live on Kickstarter. It was fully funded in one day.

June 18, 2024 | 04:40 EDT

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Dungeons & Dragons 2024 Core Rulebook Pre-Order Bonuses, Sub-Classes, and DM Assistance Detailed

Last week we got in-depth knowledge about the D&D 2024 Core Rulebooks including new sub-classes and how the DMG will better help DMs create quick campaigns.

June 18, 2024 | 10:00 EDT

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The Word 'Meeple' Is Being Trademarked in the US

As part of a cease and desist order of a successful crowdfunding campaign, the word 'meeple' is being trademarked in the United States.

June 14, 2024 | 03:52 EDT

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Avalon Hill Reveals Talisman 5th Edition Expansion And New HeroQuest Beginner Set

Last week we got to hear from Avalon Hill about Talisman 5th Edition expansions and new HeroQuest offerings including a set for those interested in getting started!

June 14, 2024 | 10:00 EDT

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Altered, The Most Funded TCG Kickstarter Ever Is Coming To Retail

Develop Equinox has announced an Altered TCG retail release, bringing the massive Kickstarter success to general audiences.

June 13, 2024 | 03:44 EDT

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Branch Riders, a TTRPG Designed For Theraputic And Educational Use Has Reached 150% Funding

The Branch Riders Kickstarter campaign, the first major TTRPG project by therapeutic tabletop organization The Bodhana Group, was fully funded in 8 hours.

June 12, 2024 | 04:31 EDT

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Diceapalooza Kickstarter Raises 16 Times Its Funding Goal In A Few Hours

Wyrmwood Gaming has launched its Diceapalooza Kickstarter, a campaign dedicated to artisanal dice. On day one, it has raised 10 times its funding goal.

June 11, 2024 | 05:13 EDT

Promotional box artwork of the game You Gotta Be Kitten Me, featuring a black and white photo of kittens wearing pink glasses.
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Bluffing Party Game 'You Gotta Be Kitten Me' Coming To Target

Stone Blade Entertainment announces You Gotta Be Kitten Me, a pet-themed bluffing card game, will come to US retail exclusively through Target.

June 10, 2024 | 04:14 EDT

Featured box art of Talisman Fifth Edition, showing a large glowing stone talisman in an ancient tomb.
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Talisman Fifth Edition Announced by Games Workshop

Games Workshop has announced Talisman Fifth Edition, a revised version of the beloved magical quest board game with modern refinements.

June 7, 2024 | 03:14 EDT

Promotional screenshot of the box art for L5R River of Gold, showing a boat sailing on a river in a sunrise.
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L5R River of Gold Coming To Retail In August

Developer Office Dog has announced a release date and retail price for their fantasy worker placement board game, L5R River of Gold.

June 6, 2024 | 03:45 EDT

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Branch Riders TTRPG Coming To Kickstarter

The therapeutic tabletop and consulting organization The Bodhana Group has announced their TTRPG, Branch Riders, will be coming to Kickstarter this month.

June 5, 2024 | 05:42 EDT

The title for the new season of DImension 20: Never Stop Blowing Up
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Dimension 20: Never Stop Blowing Up Pulls A Cast Of Mall Employees Into A VHS To Live Their Action Star Dreams

The trailer for Dimension 20: Never Stop Blowing Up features DM Brennan Lee Mulligan and table of seven playing as mall employees who get pulled into a VHS becoming 'High-octane action heroes' trying to get home. Trailer inside!

June 5, 2024 | 01:40 EDT

A promotional image of the VTT Demiplane, showcasing artwork from Vampire: The Masquerade, Pathfinder, Alien, and the Marvel Multiverse RPG.
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Roll20 Demiplane Acquisition Officially Announced

An official Roll20 Demiplane acquisition has been announced, combining the resources and features of two prominent virtual tabletop platforms.

June 4, 2024 | 05:59 EDT

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Sirius Dice Releases Progress Pride D&D Dice In Collaboration With Daniel Quasar and Wizards of the Coast

Sirius Dice's collaboration with Daniel Quasar and WOTC have led to Limited Progress Pride Dice where every purchase is a donation to The Trevor Project.

June 4, 2024 | 10:50 EDT

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Warhammer Age of Sigmar How To Play Video Released By Games Workshop

Games Workshop has released a comprehensive Warhammer Age of Sigmar How To Play video, designed to introduce new players to the game's latest edition.

June 3, 2024 | 04:29 EDT

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Steamforged Games Acquires Warmachine and Whole Iron Kingdom IP

Steamforged Games has acquired the popular Warmachines fantasy miniature wargame from Privateer Press, along with a number of other Iron Kingdoms lines

June 3, 2024 | 12:00 EDT

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Wizards of the Coast Release Statement Regarding AI Engineering Role

Wizards of the Coast have released a statement regarding an AI Engineering Role that may involve "intelligent generation of text dialog, audio, art assets"

June 2, 2024 | 08:30 EDT

Promotional box art of Heroquest Jungles of Dethrak, showing an adventurer in a jungle being attacked by a snake.
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Heroquest Jungles of Dethrak Pre-Order Available in August

Avalon Hill has announced HeroQuest Jungles of Dethrak, the newest quest pack for the popular board game, will be available for pre-order this August.

May 31, 2024 | 03:17 EDT

Promotional image of Pistols & Power, showing a cowboy holding two pistols. The pistols are crackling with electricity.
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Pistols & Powers One-Page TTRPG Now Available

Professional game master and independent game designer Steve Saylor has released Pistols & Powers, a one-page TTRPG about cowboys with superpowers.

May 29, 2024 | 03:30 EDT

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Everything We Know About The Making Of Original Dungeons & Dragons 1970-1977

We got to hear about The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons from D&D Historian Jon Peterson including how it was an open source environment and what's in the book!

May 29, 2024 | 12:00 EDT

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Everything New Announced at PaizoCon 2024

Over the weekend, Paizo Inc held its dedicated fan convention PaizoCon 2024. They announced new details and products for Pathfinder and Starfinder.

May 28, 2024 | 04:10 EDT

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Kids On Bikes Second Edition Now Available

Renegade Game Studios and Hunters Entertainment have announced Kids on Bikes Second Edition is now available at retail and online storefronts.

May 24, 2024 | 04:12 EDT

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Invincible: The Hero-Building Game Available For Pre-Order

Skybound Entertainment and Dire Wolf have announced Invincible: The Hero-Building Game, based on the superhero series, is now available for pre-order.

May 23, 2024 | 03:26 EDT

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Diana Jones Award Emerging Designer Winners Announced

The Diana Jones Award Emerging Designer winners have been officially announced. These are awards known for recognizing tabletop design excellence.

May 22, 2024 | 04:22 EDT

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Pokemon TCG Summer 2024 Collector Chest Coming This July

The Pokemon Company announces the Pokemon TCG Summer 2024 Collector Chest, their upcoming Back-To-School product, is coming to retail this June.

May 21, 2024 | 05:23 EDT

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Modern Horizons 3 Previewed By Wizards of the Coast

Wizards of the Coast has officially revealed new preview information on the upcoming Magic The Gathering set, Modern Horizons 3.

May 21, 2024 | 01:30 EDT

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Ito Card Game Getting Western Localization

Arcane Wonders and Arclight Games have announced an English-language localization of the Ito Card Game, one of Japan's most popular board games.

May 17, 2024 | 03:42 EDT

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Blade Runner RPG Expansion Replicant Rebellion Coming to Kickstarter

Free League Publishing have announced Blade Runner Replicant Rebellion, a major expansion for the officially licensed TTRPG, is coming to Kickstarter.

May 16, 2024 | 03:32 EDT

A promotional image of the Neopets Tabletop RPG, showing several Neopets dressed up and sitting at a table covered with maps and miniatures.
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Neopets Tabletop RPG Announced by Geekify

The Geekify crew have announced an official Neopets Tabletop RPG adaptation will be coming to Kickstarter. This is in celebration of its 25th anniversary.

May 15, 2024 | 03:01 EDT

Official book artwork of Flee, Mortals!, showcasing a giant monster with multiple eyes terrorizing an adventuring party.
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Flee, Mortals! Now Available On D&D Beyond

Matt Colville and MCDM's third-party Dungeons & Dragons supplement, Flee, Mortals! is now available for purchase on D&D Beyond.

May 14, 2024 | 03:29 EDT

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One More Multiverse VTT Platform Announces Closure

Virtual tabletop platform One More Multiverse has announced it will be shutting down. It has given users several months grace before services end.

May 13, 2024 | 04:13 EDT

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Modiphius Announces Cohors Cthulhu: Tactics Quickstart Rules

Modiphius Entertainment has announced digital Cohors Cthulhu: Tactics quickstart rules. This is in advance of the game's upcoming Kickstarter campaign.

May 10, 2024 | 03:22 EDT

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Critical Role Beacon Membership Service Announced

Critical Role has announced its new Critical Role Beacon membership service, providing fans with exclusive discounts and behind-the-scenes materials.

May 9, 2024 | 02:41 EDT

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Wonders of the First CCG To Be Removed From Kickstarter

The Wonders of the First CCG Kickstarter campaign will be removed from the platform. This is due to the campaign using NFTs as backer incentives.

May 8, 2024 | 05:36 EDT

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Free League Announces Updated Dragonbane Path of Glory Adventure

Free League Publishing has announced Dragonbane Path of Glory, an updated version of the 1986 original fantasy TTRPG adventure.

May 7, 2024 | 04:00 EDT

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Warhammer Is About To Get More Expensive Starting Next Month

Warhammer players can expect to pay more at the counter or online, as Games Workshop has announced a general price increase for most of their products.

May 7, 2024 | 11:48 EDT