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Paizo May Finally Get Consigned Pathfinder Products Back From Diamond Comics
Paizo is set to have its consigned Pathfinder products returned by Diamond Comics as part of a new agreement. This deal involves multiple tabletop publishers regaining inventory held by the distributor, potentially resolving a long-standing issue for Paizo.
Paizo Reaches New Agreement with Pathfinder Fan Directory, Archives of Nethys
Paizo and the fan-run website Archives of Nethys have reached a new agreement, ensuring the continued availability of Pathfinder and Starfinder rules and lore. The new arrangement is less formal, with reduced oversight and no royalty payments, though volunteers will receive advance PDFs less frequently. This deal is seen as a positive outcome for both the publisher and its community, especially given Paizo's recent financial challenges.
Pathfinder 2e creators Paizo end partnership with Archives of Nethys, which offers most of the D&D…
Paizo, the creator of Pathfinder 2e, has terminated its partnership with the fan-made rules website Archives of Nethys, effective July 24. The decision stems from the website not generating sufficient royalties for Paizo, which is facing financial difficulties due to issues with its supplier Diamond Publishing and recent layoffs. While Archives of Nethys will continue to operate, it will remove most artwork and no longer receive advance rule updates.
Pathfinder creators Paizo have $10 million of inventory stuck in a warehouse somewhere because of Diamond Comics,…
Paizo, the publisher of Pathfinder 2e, has laid off 12 employees due to significant financial losses stemming from Diamond Comics' bankruptcy. Approximately $10 million worth of Paizo inventory is inaccessible in Diamond's warehouse, pending litigation with JP Morgan Chase. The company experienced nearly $2 million in losses last year, with book-trade sales remaining low.
D&D rival Paizo forced to make layoffs after "devastating" loss stemming from $10m in stock being held…
Pathfinder publisher Paizo has announced layoffs affecting 12 staff members due to significant financial losses stemming from its former distributor, Diamond Comic Distributors, going bankrupt and holding onto approximately $10 million in Paizo goods. The company also faces challenges with declining book-trade sales and increased production costs, leading to a reduction in organized play scenarios and a shift towards community-created content.
Humble's Massive Pathfinder 2E Bundle Includes A Physical Book
Humble Bundle is offering a massive deal on the Pathfinder 2E tabletop roleplaying game, featuring up to 41 items including a physical hardcover copy of the Pathfinder NPC Core book for $45. The bundle, valued at $658, is available until April 30 and includes digital PDFs, maps, and scenarios. A portion of the proceeds benefits ComicBooks for Kids.
Sony ditches PC & Stardew Valley News | TAG
Sony is reportedly shifting focus back to console exclusivity for its single-player PlayStation games, potentially limiting future PC releases. Meanwhile, Stardew Valley's upcoming 1.7 update will add new marriage candidates, and Nvidia has recalled a problematic GPU driver.
