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Wizards of the Coast Officially Announces Hatsune Miku Secret Lair Deck for Magic: The Gathering
Wizards of the Coast has officially announced the Secret Lair Hatsune Miku Deck, which will be the first Universes Beyond Commander deck release for Magic: The Gathering. This announcement details the upcoming collaboration.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | CodeDev Group appoints Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys
This article rounds up recent hires and promotions across the gaming industry. Key appointments include Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys, Nate Nanzer as EVP at Paramount Games, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Amazon, and Microsoft also saw personnel changes.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Tim Coombs rejoins Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna
This article rounds up various industry hires and transitions in August 2026. Notable appointments include Tim Coombs rejoining Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna, Dan Lazarides becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Several other individuals have also moved into new roles across companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Netflix Games, and Riot Games.
Magic's Next Secret Lair Commander Deck Is The Long-Rumored Hatsune Miku Collab
Wizards of the Coast has announced a new Magic: The Gathering Secret Lair Commander Deck featuring a collaboration with Hatsune Miku. The deck will include 100 cards with unique artwork and will be available for a limited 24-hour preorder window.
You’ll Have 24 Hours To Buy The Magic: The Gathering Hatsune Miku Commander Deck Next Week, Here’s What In It
Wizards of the Coast is releasing a limited-edition Magic: The Gathering Commander deck featuring Hatsune Miku. This 100-card green/white deck will be available for a 24-hour purchase window starting August 10th. This new sales format is an experiment to address high demand following the sell-out of the previous Goblin Storm deck.
Two years later and Wizards of the Coast loses another president
John Hight, President of Wizards of the Coast, is stepping down after two years in the role. This follows a period of significant financial performance for brands like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, but also challenges in video game development and labor disputes within Magic: The Gathering Arena. Hight will transition to an advisor role with Hasbro, the parent company.
Star Wars Is Coming to Dungeons & Dragons in 2027, and Darth Vader Delivered the News Himself
Wizards of the Coast announced that Star Wars will be integrated into Dungeons & Dragons starting in 2027, with Darth Vader himself delivering the news at Gen Con. This crossover will utilize the 'Universes Beyond' model, similar to Magic: The Gathering, allowing for campaigns set in George Lucas's universe. Details on how the Force will be implemented in D&D 5.5e remain unknown.
Dungeons & Dragons officially announces a World of Warcraft campaign for 2026
Wizards of the Coast has officially announced a Dungeons & Dragons campaign expansion based on World of Warcraft, set to release by the end of 2026. This expansion will allow players to explore familiar zones, dungeons, and face iconic foes from the World of Warcraft franchise in a tabletop setting.
Star Wars will also be coming to D&D, and I'm worried Hasbro's trying to turn a TTRPG into Magic: The…
Wizards of the Coast announced a Star Wars crossover for Dungeons & Dragons, set to release in 2027 as part of a 'Season of Rebellion'. While the company assures this is additive to their existing roadmap, the author expresses concern that Hasbro might be attempting to replicate the extensive crossover monetization strategies seen with Magic: The Gathering, potentially misapplying them to the TTRPG format.
D&D Star Wars revealed for 2027, but fans worry this means a beloved RPG is dead
Wizards of the Coast announced a Dungeons & Dragons Star Wars crossover set for 2027, revealed at Gen Con 2026. While generating excitement, the announcement has also sparked concern among fans that it signals the end of Edge Studios' Star Wars Roleplaying game. The article discusses the potential fit for Star Wars within the D&D framework and compares it to previous 'Universes Beyond' initiatives.
The voice of Lady D and Orin the Red will be back for the next D&D videogame
Wizards of the Coast revealed new details for their upcoming action RPG, Warlock, at Gen Con. Maggie Robertson, known for her roles in Resident Evil Village and Baldur's Gate 3, will voice the protagonist's patron, Tasha. Tricia Helfer from Battlestar Galactica will voice the protagonist. The game is set to debut gameplay footage at Gamescom.
Dark Sun, D&D's most heavy metal setting, will be back in 2027
Wizards of the Coast has announced the return of the Dark Sun setting for Dungeons & Dragons, with new rulebooks and a setting guide planned for release in 2027. The announcement was made at Gen Con, confirming a revival for the popular dark fantasy world that was originally popular in the 1990s.
The rumors were true, Dungeons & Dragons' first 'Universes Beyond' crossover will be with World of…
Wizards of the Coast has officially announced the first 'Universes Beyond' crossover for Dungeons & Dragons, which will feature World of Warcraft. The announcement was made at Gen Con, revealing a 256-page hardcover book with new species, subclasses, monsters, spells, and factions. The book will be available for preorder on July 30, with early access on November 3 and wide release on November 17.
Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft Revealed, Includes Every Playable WOW Species and Class
Wizards of the Coast has officially revealed its crossover between Dungeons & Dragons and World of Warcraft. The collaboration will include all playable species and classes from the popular MMORPG.
Dungeons & Dragons GenCon 2026 Keynote Reveals World of Warcraft, Dark Sun, D&D Beyond Enhancements, And More
Wizards of the Coast announced several updates at their Dungeons & Dragons GenCon keynote, including the return of Dark Sun, enhancements for D&D Beyond, and integration with World of Warcraft. These announcements signal a significant expansion of the Dungeons & Dragons brand.
D&D Icons resurrects Greyhawk, Dragonlance, and more with new books from legendary creators
Joe Manganiello has announced D&D Icons, a new content slate from Wizards of the Coast that pairs legendary creators with beloved Dungeons & Dragons settings. The first wave of books will include Dragonlance by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman, The Legend of Drizzt by RA Salvatore, and a Greyhawk project by Luke Gygax utilizing his father's unfinished work, with potential releases starting in 2027. Wizards of the Coast also revealed Greyhawk: Crown of the Witch Queen, set for late 2027, and a D&D World of Warcraft crossover.
D&D World of Warcraft isn't trying to be the MMO so much as evoke how it makes you feel: "This is your chance to explore Azeroth as you never have before"
Dungeons & Dragons World of Warcraft aims to evoke the feeling of the MMO rather than replicate its mechanics. Principal game designer James Wyatt explained that the focus is on capturing the intangible essence of playing characters in Azeroth. The upcoming tabletop RPG will feature new species, subclasses, and dungeons, allowing for unique character origin stories not possible in the original game.
D&D World of Warcraft is the first MTG-style Universes Beyond crossover for the RPG
Wizards of the Coast announced Dungeons & Dragons World of Warcraft, a new tabletop RPG crossover set in the World of Warcraft universe. This marks the first time the MMO's world will be playable in pen-and-paper form since 2005 and is the inaugural release under the 'Universes Beyond' label. The game will feature new species, subclasses, and iconic characters, launching in early access on November 3, 2026.
D&D reveals long-awaited Dark Sun revamp, and it's an 18+ gore-fest
Wizards of the Coast is revamping the post-apocalyptic Dungeons & Dragons setting Dark Sun, set to launch in early 2027 with an 18+ rating for mature content including gore, sex, and bleak atmosphere. The reboot will include two core books, a Dungeon Master Screen, and a map pack, introducing a new Psion class and addressing past controversies.
