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Open-world D&D game Warlock casts iconic Baldur's Gate 3 and Resident Evil Village actor as an evil archmage, and after Orin and Lady Dimitrescu I couldn't be more excited
Wizards of the Coast's upcoming open-world Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, has added Maggie Robertson, known for her roles as Orin the Red in Baldur's Gate 3 and Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village, to voice the archmage Tasha. Tricia Helfer will voice the protagonist Kaatri. The game, developed by Invoke Studios, is expected in 2027 and will be a single-player experience distinct from turn-based titles.
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.
Evening Reading - July 28, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading from July 28, 2026, covers several gaming news items including an apology from Xbox's CTO for outages, a release date for Nioh 3: Hell Rising DLC Vol. 1, and Atari's partnership for the 2026 Atari World Championships. It also touches on the end of the Marvel Tokon beta, layoffs at Double Fine Productions, and Guillermo del Toro's stance against AI in creative work.
Wizards of the Coast President John Hight is Leaving in September
John Hight, President of Wizards of the Coast, will be leaving his role on September 1st after two years with the company. He will transition to an advisory role for Hasbro for one year. During his tenure, Hight oversaw development for tabletop games like Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, as well as digital projects including Exodus and Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons.
Wizards of the Coast President John Hight Announces Departure from Company
John Hight, President of Wizards of the Coast, announced his departure from the company, effective September 1, 2026, after two years in the role. He will continue in an advisory capacity. The company stated that its core franchises, Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, remain strong, and its 2027 video game slate, including Exodus and Warlock, is on track despite recent project cancellations and a significant impairment charge.
Wizards of the Coast President John Hight steps down
Wizards of the Coast President John Hight has resigned from his position, effective September 1, 2026. His departure follows an announcement of a $56 million impairment charge due to canceled video game projects. Hight will remain with the company as an advisor to Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks.
Two years on from taking the role, Wizards of the Coast's president is stepping down
John Hight is stepping down as President of Wizards of the Coast on September 1st, after two years in the role, and will move into an advisory position. This transition occurs shortly after parent company Hasbro reported a significant impairment charge. Wizards of the Coast stated that its core games, Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, are performing well, and their upcoming video game slate remains on track.
Wizards of the Coast president is stepping down after just 2 years on the job
John Hight, president of Wizards of the Coast and former general manager at Blizzard Entertainment, is stepping down after two years. He will transition from his role on September 1st to an advisory position with Hasbro, the parent company. This departure occurs amidst Hasbro's reported $56 million impairment from cancelled video game projects and a stated goal to reduce digital spend.
Comings and Goings
John Hight has stepped down as president of Wizards of the Coast. The article also highlights new data indicating a significant increase in industry layoffs, with projections suggesting 14,259 individuals will be affected by the end of 2026.
Wizards of the Coast president steps down after only two years in the role
John Hight is stepping down as president of Wizards of the Coast after two years, transitioning to an advisory role on September 1st. This announcement follows a recent $56 million impairment charge and cancellation of several video games by parent company Hasbro. Despite these changes, Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons continue to perform well, and the upcoming 2027 video game slate remains on track.
Wizards of the Coast boss steps down after just 2 years defined by Magic's Universes Beyond and D&D 5.5e, as parent Hasbro eats $56 million on canceled games
John Hight, president of Dungeons & Dragons owner Wizards of the Coast, is stepping down after two years. His tenure included the transition to D&D 5.5 edition and the 'Universes Beyond' initiative for Magic: The Gathering. Parent company Hasbro also reported a $56 million loss on canceled games.
Wizards of the Coast president John Hight is stepping down
John Hight, president of Wizards of the Coast and former executive producer of World of Warcraft, is stepping down from his role. He will transition to an advisory position with Hasbro, the parent company, until September 1, continuing to receive his salary and a bonus for fiscal year 2026. Hight has overseen the Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons and Dragons franchises, as well as the digital gaming division, during a period that saw several game cancellations and layoffs.
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked Rolls Onto Xbox Later This Year
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked is coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Handheld later this year, supporting Xbox Play Anywhere and cross-play with other platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, Meta Horizon, and PlayStation. Developed by Resolution Games, the cooperative tactical adventure will allow up to four players to journey through the Forgotten Realms with streamlined mechanics inspired by Dungeons & Dragons. CEO Tommy Palm expressed excitement about bringing the game to Xbox's passionate co-op community.
John Hight steps down as Wizards of the Coast president
John Hight, president of Wizards of the Coast, will step down on September 1 after two years in the role. He will continue with the company as an advisor. Hight previously served as general manager for the Warcraft franchise at Blizzard. During his tenure at Wizards of the Coast, he oversaw Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering.
'I have been hunted down by HR reps, lawyers, and comms people:' Developers discuss the pain and prevalence of side work clauses
Developers discuss the prevalence and impact of restrictive side work clauses in the video game industry, where companies often claim ownership of personal projects. While some employees have successfully negotiated these terms, many face broad restrictions that hinder personal and professional growth. Legal experts note that clauses are generally enforceable if the side work falls within the scope of employment, emphasizing the importance of transparency and written agreements.
It's not just Baldur's Gate 4 – Larian is "not involved in any" Baldur's Gate 3 projects now, but devs tease Divinity news is on the way
Larian Studios has clarified that they are not involved in any current Baldur's Gate 3 projects, despite a new comic set in the universe being released by Dark Horse Comics. The studio is shifting its focus to the Divinity series, with hints of new announcements coming soon. Larian's involvement with the Baldur's Gate IP is limited as Hasbro owns the Dungeons and Dragons intellectual property.
World of Warcraft is reportedly getting a crossover with Dungeons & Dragons according to a hastily deleted article
A deleted post from Roll20 suggests that World of Warcraft is planning a crossover with Dungeons & Dragons, though neither Wizards of the Coast nor Blizzard Entertainment have made an official announcement. This potential collaboration follows D&D's recent surge in popularity and its history of cross-media ventures.
Dungeons & Dragons accidentally unveiled a World of Warcraft collab ahead of schedule
Wizards of the Coast appears to have accidentally revealed an upcoming collaboration between Dungeons & Dragons and World of Warcraft. A deleted announcement on the virtual tabletop platform Roll20 indicated that pre-orders for D&D World of Warcraft were live. This leak suggests an official crossover between the two popular franchises, following previous D&D collaborations with other IPs like Stranger Things and Rick and Morty.
A crossover between Dungeons & Dragons and World of Warcraft has leaked
A crossover between Dungeons & Dragons and World of Warcraft has reportedly leaked ahead of the Gen Con event. The leak suggests a setting book for D&D 5th edition based on the Warcraft universe, similar to previous Magic: The Gathering collaborations. This would not be the first time Blizzard and D&D have partnered, with past collaborations including a World of Warcraft RPG.
Larian once again reminds us it's 'not involved in any BG3-related projects' in response to Karlach comic…
Larian Studios has clarified that it is not involved in any new projects related to Baldur's Gate 3, including a recently announced comic series by Dark Horse Comics. The studio, which developed Baldur's Gate 3, stated they are focusing on their own IP, Divinity. This comes after Larian previously announced they would not be developing Baldur's Gate 4.
