Blades in the Dark
News, coverage and analysis tracking Blades in the Dark across the outlets.
Stop Self-Limiting Your IdeasThis article discusses the phenomenon of 'limiting thoughts' in tabletop role-playing games, where players or Game Masters (GMs) prematurely dismiss ideas based on assumptions or perceived obstacles. It explores reasons behind these limiting thoughts, such as miscommunication, overthinking, or mimicking character competency, and offers solutions for both players and GMs to foster more creative and engaging gameplay.
Getting Started with D&D in 2026: A No-Nonsense Beginner's Guide | TAGThis guide provides a no-nonsense approach for beginners looking to start playing Dungeons & Dragons in 2026, emphasizing its nature as a collaborative storytelling game. It recommends starting with the 2024 core rulebook update and suggests minimal initial purchases, such as dice and a character sheet, with the Starter Set being ideal for Dungeon Masters. The article also debunks common myths about time commitment, complexity, and required creativity, and offers alternative RPGs for those who might not find D&D suitable.
Evil Hat Co-Founder Talks About Potential End of the Fate SystemEvil Hat Productions co-founder Fred Hicks has indicated that the company's flagship Fate tabletop role-playing system may be nearing its end due to declining sales, accounting for less than 5% of the company's revenue. Despite this, Evil Hat Productions continues to publish other successful TTRPGs like Blades in the Dark and Monster of the Week.
GTA and Red Dead in the crosshairs: hacker drama unfold... | TAGRockstar Games is reportedly facing a data breach with hackers claiming to hold sensitive Grand Theft Auto 6 information for ransom. Separately, the tribal survival game Soulmask has left early access with a free Egypt-themed DLC, and Magic: The Gathering is reintroducing a canceled Monster Hunter card. In other news, Karl Urban expressed interest in playing John Marston in a Red Dead Redemption film, Pete Hines departed Bethesda citing dissatisfaction post-Xbox acquisition, and the AI in the 25-year-old game Black & White is being recognized as a precursor to modern AI.
To Stand Out, This TTRPG Podcast Network Chose The Risky Route Of Avoiding D&DThe Glass Cannon Network, a prominent actual play podcast network since 2015, has differentiated itself by avoiding Dungeons & Dragons and focusing on other tabletop roleplaying games like Pathfinder, Blades in the Dark, and Call of Cthulhu. Co-founder Troy Lavallee explains this strategy aims to stand out in a crowded market dominated by D&D content. The network is currently touring with a live Call of Cthulhu show to increase brand awareness.
Give 'em A Little Free PlayThis guide explains the concept of 'free play' in tabletop role-playing games, particularly within the context of Blades in the Dark. Free play sessions are designed to break from the core gameplay loop, allowing characters to pursue individual goals and develop their stories through focused scenes, offering a change of pace and deeper character exploration.
When Play does not go to PrepThis article discusses how Game Masters (GMs) should handle deviations from prepared game sessions in tabletop role-playing games like Blades in the Dark. It emphasizes that player-driven actions, even if unexpected, are a natural and enjoyable part of the hobby, encouraging GMs to embrace improvisation rather than strictly adhering to pre-planned scenarios.