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Jobs roundup: September 2026 | Asmodee appoints Brian Trunk as senior vice president, Route to Market for the Americas
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the games industry. Notable moves include Brian Trunk joining Asmodee as senior vice president, David Scarborough becoming senior manager of EMEA communications at Blizzard Entertainment, and Ilari Kuittinen stepping down as managing director of Housemarque after 31 years. Several other individuals have taken on new roles at companies like CD Projekt Red, Epic Games, and Activision Blizzard.
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons will take players through a magic-filled open world
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons is an upcoming open-world RPG from Invoke Studios and Wizards of the Coast, set to release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players will explore the lands of Darkon as Kaatri, a character seeking to master forbidden magic to find a loved one, utilizing a variety of spells and melee combat.
Astarion Gets His Own Official Baldur’s Gate 3 Prequel Novel This September
A prequel novel focusing on the character Astarion from Baldur's Gate 3, titled 'Baldur's Gate 3: Astarion,' will be released on September 29, penned by T. Kingfisher. Larian Studios' senior writer Stephen Rooney consulted on the project to ensure lore consistency. An audiobook narrated by Neil Newbon, the voice actor for Astarion, will also be available.
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons – The Open World Adventure Making Magic More… Magical
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, an open-world action-adventure game from Invoke Studios, offers a unique approach to magic, treating it as a versatile tool rather than a simple solution. Players control Kaatri, a warlock who can combine melee combat with expressive spellcasting, using spells like telekinesis in multiple ways to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. The game emphasizes player discovery with a quest system that relies on gathering clues rather than following waypoints. Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons is set to release on Xbox Series X|S in 2027.
Warlock's magic system was built on game-bending player choices
Invoke Studios is focusing on player agency through a deep magic system for their upcoming single-player action-adventure game, Warlock, set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. Founder Jeff Hattem explained that instead of trying to replicate the boundless choices of the tabletop RPG, the team is building systemic interactions between spells, the environment, and enemies. This approach allows for emergent gameplay, turning unexpected player actions into features and rewarding creative problem-solving.
The Best Android Board Games – Updated!
This article lists and describes some of the best board games available for Android devices, including Root, Clank!, Ticket to Ride, and Galaxy Trucker. It highlights their gameplay mechanics, themes, and availability on the Google Play Store.
Warlock is "building on the shoulders of giants" as a D&D game, but just like Baldur's Gate 3 you…
Invoked Studios' upcoming Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, was showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, featuring cinematics, combat, and exploration. Creative director Jeffrey Hattem stated the game builds on D&D's legacy while adding unique elements and new spells, aiming to be accessible to both newcomers and long-time fans. Hattem also distinguished Warlock from Baldur's Gate 3, emphasizing its standalone narrative.
MTG Marvel Jumpstart Booster Boxes Have Dropped to Just $120 Today
The Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Jumpstart Booster Box is currently available for $119.99 on Amazon, representing a 28% discount. This offer provides 24 packs for players looking to start playing the game.
MTG Fantastic Four Commander Deck Slashed to $51 on Amazon
Amazon is offering a 31% discount on Magic: The Gathering's Fantastic Four Commander deck, bringing the price down to $51. This preconstructed deck allows players to build around all four Fantastic Four heroes as commanders.
The Field Guide to Floral Dragons Blossoms on D&D Beyond
Wizards of the Coast announced that Hit Point Press's The Field Guide to Floral Dragons is now available on the digital platform D&D Beyond. This release brings the tabletop RPG content to a wider audience.
Warlock escapes Baldur's Gate 3's long shadow with a very different take on D&D that I'm happy to…
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, developed by Invoke Studios, offers a distinct take on the D&D universe with real-time action-adventure gameplay instead of turn-based combat. Set in the Domain of Dread, Darkon, the game reimagines spells and mechanics for exploration and combat, featuring characters like Tasha the Witch Queen. The game is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Baldur's Gate 3 is "a great game," but Warlock devs say their own virtual D&D experience is…
Invoke Studios' upcoming Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, is being developed with a very different approach compared to Larian Studios' Baldur's Gate 3. While acknowledging Baldur's Gate 3 as a great game, Invoke Studios' Jeffrey Hattem stated that Warlock is set in a distinct D&D setting, the Domain of Dread, and will not be turn-based.
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons is an open world spell-collecting game, and that's just fine by me, actually
Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons is an upcoming open-world action RPG from Wizards of the Coast and developer Invoke, featuring spell-collecting gameplay. The game allows players to gather and utilize a variety of Dungeons & Dragons spells in creative ways, with a focus on systemic design and player experimentation. It is set to release in 2027 and aims to be accessible to players unfamiliar with D&D.
D&D, LEGO, and mounting ennui: Our biggest games from Gamescom 2026
Several outlets expressed disappointment with the Gamescom 2026 Opening Night Live showcase, finding many announcements to be uninspired or lacking substance. While games like Lego Skylines, No Law, and Afterworld garnered some interest, the overall impression was one of "mounting ennui" and a reliance on familiar tropes. The event's format was criticized for prioritizing short, flashy trailers over meaningful game reveals.
The highlights of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased a variety of new titles and updates, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's free remaster and upcoming expansion stealing the spotlight. The event also featured reveals for Nodusfall, Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Metro 2039, and numerous other games from both established and emerging studios, highlighting a strong international presence. Host Geoff Keighley acknowledged the industry's current challenges, including layoffs and hardware price increases, while celebrating developers' continued innovation.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation trailer and Rainbow 6 Tactics headline Gamescom 2026
Gamescom 2026's Opening Night Live showcased new trailers and reveals, including a spring 2027 release window for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Ubisoft also revealed Rainbow Six Tactics, a new big-budget turn-based tactics game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Next big D&D game fully revealed with a lengthy gameplay trailer
The next major Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, has been fully revealed with a gameplay trailer showcasing its immersive sim-inspired action. Developed by Invoke and published by Wizards of the Coast, the open-world RPG channels influences from games like The Darkness and Infamous. Warlock is set to release next year and will be available on PC via Steam.
Warlock, the next big D&D game to come after Baldur's Gate 3, just showed off nearly 10 minutes of its Dragon's Dogma-style gameplay – and I can't wait to play next year
Wizards of the Coast revealed nearly ten minutes of gameplay for their upcoming Dungeons & Dragons-inspired title, Warlock, at Gamescom Opening Night Live. The open-world game, which follows in the footsteps of Baldur's Gate 3, features Tasha the archmage and showcases Dragon's Dogma-style combat. Warlock is slated for release next year.
Dungeons & Dragons game Warlock gets a first proper trailer, showing single-player action gameplay
Wizards of the Coast's studio Invoke has released the first trailer for the Dungeons & Dragons Warlock game, showcasing single-player action gameplay. Developed by Corinne Busch, the game is set to launch in 2027 and features a Warlock character making a pact to gain powers, with combat and world design inspired by Dungeons & Dragons elements.
Mass Effect successor Exodus announces 2027 release date at Gamescom
Archetype Entertainment announced that its original sci-fi RPG, Exodus, will launch on April 7, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game, developed by former Mass Effect staff, features a new trailer showcasing companion characters and has surpassed 500,000 wishlists. Exodus is published by Wizards of the Coast.
