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Dungeons And Dragons Icons Could Take The TTRPG To A Modern-Day Setting
Joe Manganiello, chief creative officer for the D&D Icons initiative, has teased that the program could explore modern-day settings beyond traditional fantasy. He suggested potential for games focusing on genetics and military themes, or even futuristic worlds inspired by titles like Halo or Horizon: Zero Dawn, aiming to broaden the Dungeons & Dragons experience.
D&D’s World Of Warcraft Crossover May Not Be A One-Way Street
Wizards of the Coast and Blizzard Entertainment are exploring a reciprocal crossover between Dungeons & Dragons and World of Warcraft, following the announcement of a D&D expansion set in Azeroth. While no official plans have been revealed, key figures from both companies hinted at future possibilities, with potential announcements expected at BlizzCon.
D&D Says Universes Beyond Is Designed To Bring In New Players, Not Push Out Existing Fans
Wizards of the Coast states that its Universes Beyond initiative, which integrates external intellectual properties into Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, is designed to attract new players without alienating existing fans. Head of Dungeons & Dragons Dan Ayoub emphasized that these crossovers are additive and not essential for core gameplay, ensuring that original content remains a priority. Product architect Laura Hohman added that the company has increased resources to support this expansion.
Prime Video’s 15-Episode Anthology Quietly Outdoes Fallout
Prime Video's animated anthology series 'Secret Level' is argued to be more ambitious and successful than the live-action 'Fallout' series. While 'Fallout' is praised for its cinematic scale, 'Secret Level' is highlighted for adapting multiple diverse game IPs into standalone shorts with a strong voice cast and creative direction from Tim Miller.
Forget Slaying Dragons — This New D&D Game Hands You a Tavern Instead
Dungeons & Dragons: Long Rest Tavern, developed by Homo Ludens and published by Dotemu, is a new PC title set to release in 2027. Players will manage a tavern in the Forgotten Realms, focusing on expansion, decoration, recipe crafting, and serving adventurers. Satisfied patrons can be sent on quests, with outcomes influenced by D20 rolls and party composition, while an overarching plot involving a ghost bard unfolds.
17 Absurdly Strong D&D Builds That Fly Under Most Tables’ Radar
This guide explores 17 powerful Dungeons & Dragons character builds that often go unnoticed, focusing on combinations of races, classes, and feats that exploit game mechanics. It covers builds leveraging the 2024 rules for grappling, spellcasting, and combat, offering strategies for optimizing both combat and non-combat scenarios.
Latest Dungeons & Dragons Underdark Unearthed Arcana Introduces Playable Mind Flayers
Wizards of the Coast has released new Dungeons & Dragons Unearthed Arcana playtest material focused on the Underdark setting. This update introduces rules that allow players to play as Mind Flayers, offering a new character option for tabletop roleplaying.
Lord of the Rings fans need to try this tabletop RPG, especially now it's getting a beginner-friendly update
The One Ring tabletop RPG is receiving a significant update and new expansions, including a beginner-friendly core rulebook revamp and campaign books set in Gondor and Rohan. These updates, revealed via a Backerkit crowdfunding campaign, will also feature Dungeons & Dragons-compatible versions. Developer Free League is confident in the new content, building on the success of their previous acclaimed tabletop games.
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 | 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.
Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft Crossover Is Up for Preorder
A crossover between World of Warcraft and Dungeons & Dragons is now available for preorder and will launch in November. This collaboration brings elements of the popular MMORPG into the tabletop role-playing game.
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.
Dungeons & Dragons is Getting an Official Star Wars Expansion
Dungeons & Dragons is releasing an official Star Wars expansion under its Universes Beyond label. This new content will integrate the Star Wars universe into the popular tabletop role-playing game.
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.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article highlights recent crossovers and collaborations in the gaming world. It mentions Spider-Man's return to Fortnite, a Warhammer 40,000 themed Warbond for Helldivers 2, and new developments for Dungeons & Dragons involving World of Warcraft and Dark Sun.
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.