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Starfinder: Afterlight Introduces the Minister of FleshEpictellers Entertainment has revealed Velkan Droth, also known as the Minister of Flesh, as the primary antagonist for their upcoming party-based RPG, Starfinder: Afterlight. Voiced by Christopher Tester, this sadistic villain will hunt players across the Pact Worlds. The game is set to release in Early Access in 2026, with a public demo planned.
Paizo Inc to Release Limited Printing of 13 Omens: Preview Edition at Gen Con 2026Paizo Inc will release a limited printing of the 13 Omens: Preview Edition at Gen Con 2026. This 64-page book offers an early look at the new tabletop RPG, featuring playable rules and a scenario called 'The Haunting of Hollybrook Inn'. The game introduces a unique dice mechanic with 'Omen Dice' that increase danger as play progresses.
Paizo Inc. Lays Off 12 Employees As Result of Diamond Comics BankruptcyPaizo Inc. has laid off twelve employees due to financial strain caused by the bankruptcy of Diamond Comics. Diamond Comics, a major distributor for various outlets including Paizo, handled product shipping on consignment, leading to significant financial losses for Paizo when Diamond's assets were claimed by JP Morgan Chase. Complications from an exclusive distribution contract further exacerbated Paizo's financial difficulties.
Starfinder: Afterlight’s New Trailer Introduces Nuara, the Cynical Private InvestigatorEpictellers Entertainment has released a new trailer for their upcoming party-based RPG, Starfinder: Afterlight, introducing the character Nuara, a cynical private investigator voiced by Bill Butts. The game is set to enter Early Access in 2026 and will feature Nuara as a key character players encounter in Act 1.
Starfinder: Afterlight’s First Public Beta Playtest Begins on March 19Epictellers Entertainment announced that the first Public Beta Playtest for Starfinder: Afterlight will begin on March 19, allowing players to register via Steam. This playtest offers a 45-60 minute introduction to the party-based RPG, showcasing combat, exploration, and featuring voice actors like Neil Newbon and Roger Clark. The game is set to release in Early Access in 2026.
Paizo Inc Revealed, Then Quickly Removed, Announcement of New Pathfinder: Feybound BookPaizo Inc accidentally revealed details for their upcoming Pathfinder supplement, Pathfinder: Feybound, before quickly removing the announcement. The book will introduce fey-themed content, including new character archetypes, ancestries like faun and nymph, and a gazetteer of the First World. This marks the debut of significant fey material in Pathfinder Second Edition.