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Overwatch w/Devs: Doctrine, Grimsvötn, Reworks, and More | Official XBOX Podcast
The Official Xbox Podcast features members of the Overwatch team discussing new content revealed at BlizzCon 2026. They detail the new hero Doctrine, the Grimsvötn map, and reworks for Sombra and Roadhog, while also teasing future content and a special "Westwatch" Dagger Heart tabletop event.
PAX West 2026 at the Seattle Convention Center (photos) — MP3s & NPCs
PAX West 2026 took place at the Seattle Convention Center, featuring thousands of fans and exhibitors like Sega, Konami, Atari, and Larian Studios. The four-day event showcased a variety of video games and tabletop RPGs, alongside panels and entertainment such as a live Daggerheart show. PAX West is scheduled to return from September 3 to September 6 next year.
"If the player trusts you enough, they are not going to savescum": Why the makers of some of the best RPGs on PC want you to get used to failing
Several RPG developers discuss the concept of player failure in digital versus tabletop role-playing games. They explore how game design can encourage players to embrace failure as a narrative tool rather than something to be avoided through savescumming, emphasizing trust and agency.
Admitting the OGL fiasco was a 'rug pull', D&D head says 'bluntly, we're recovering from a lot of missteps—very loud, very public missteps'
Dungeons & Dragons head Dan Ayoub acknowledges past 'loud, very public missteps,' including the 'rug pull' of the Open Game Licence, and states the company is focused on rebuilding trust. He highlights listening to the community and collaborating with third-party creators as key steps in this recovery process.
Wizards of the Coast Announces Arcana Unleashed Ultimate Bundle Delays and New Underdark Unearthed Arcana
Wizards of the Coast has announced delays for the Arcana Unleashed Ultimate Bundle and the release of new Unearthed Arcana content for Dungeons & Dragons. The news was met with some disappointment regarding the bundle's postponement.
D&D head promises to fix "very loud, very public missteps" with "a new spirit and energy" for…
Head of Dungeons & Dragons, Dan Ayoub, acknowledges significant past missteps and outlines a plan to rebuild trust with the community. He emphasizes listening to fans and a new direction for the brand, aiming to include diverse voices and products.
The RAMpocalypse support group
PC Gamer provides a support hub for gamers navigating the current PC hardware market, dubbed the 'RAMpocalypse'. The article offers recommendations for PC gaming hardware deals, favorite items, and best PC builds across budget, mid-range, and high-end categories. It also highlights various recommended products, including comics, board games, and tech accessories.
Where do I start with a Campaign?
This guide offers advice for new Game Masters on how to start building their own tabletop role-playing game campaigns. It emphasizes generating ideas, establishing conflict, developing antagonists, and planning for Session Zero. The article uses examples like 'The Airy Peaks' to illustrate concepts such as history/lore, starting locations, and antagonist motivations.
WRUP: Stat blocks for the weird dudes at your local McDonald’s edition
The Massively OP staff and community share their gaming plans for the weekend, with discussions centering on MMORPGs like City of Heroes, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft. Several staff members also reflect on the most impactful video games from their past, with Ultima Online, City of Heroes, and Dragon Quest being frequently cited.
New Discworld RPG book adds Granny Weatherwax, vampires, and loads of character options (oh my)
Modiphius Entertainment has announced Discworld: Adventures in Lancre and Überwald, a new sourcebook for its Discworld RPG system. This expansion allows players to explore new locations like Lancre and Überwald, create characters such as witches, trolls, vampires, and werewolves, and features rules for ongoing campaigns. The Gamefound crowdfunding campaign for the sourcebook is set to launch in October.
Lynnvander Studios Announces Munchkin TTRPG, Bringing Iconic Card Game to Dungeons & Dragons
Lynnvander Studios and Steve Jackson Games have announced a crowdfunding campaign for a new Munchkin TTRPG. This adaptation will bring the popular card game into the realm of Dungeons & Dragons.
The Resonant Is A Supernatural Investigator Brought To D&D Through The Axis Saga: War Of Silence
The Axis Saga: War of Silence, a gothic fantasy Dungeons & Dragons setting, is introducing a new class called The Resonant. This Supernatural Investigator class can read the 'resonance' of people and the world to uncover hidden truths.
The Best Tabletop Role-Playing Games To Play That Aren’t Dungeons & Dragons
This article explores popular tabletop role-playing games that offer alternatives to Dungeons & Dragons, highlighting systems like Mork Borg for its dark fantasy themes, Dread for its unique Jenga-based mechanics, and The One Ring for its faithful adaptation of Tolkien's world. It also touches upon Final Fantasy XIV TTRPG and The Walking Dead: The Role-Playing Game.
'We don't want to create a game where if you know D&D, you're like, Oh, I know everything' — Invoke says Warlock has a lot of 'deep cut' elements from Dungeons & Dragons, but is designed for both new and experienced players to 'live that mystery'
Invoke Studios head Dominic Guay stated that Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons incorporates 'deep-cut' elements from the TTRPG while aiming to maintain a sense of mystery for both new and experienced players. The game, set in the Darkon realm within Ravenloft, is designed to encourage exploration and discovery rather than relying on players' existing D&D knowledge. It is scheduled for a 2027 release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC.
'If you're designing an RPG, you have to go back to the source:' The post-apocalyptic RPG Entropy takes notes from Fallout and a long-abandoned Warhammer spinoff
The early access RPG Entropy draws inspiration from classic PC titles like Fallout and tabletop games such as Warhammer's Mordheim, alongside JRPGs like Final Fantasy 10. Lead developer James Wragg highlights the game's locational damage system and deep character customization as key features influenced by these sources.
Newest D&D Beyond Content Drop Brings New Playable Species, Spells, and Wondrous Location
Wizards of the Coast has released a new content drop for Dungeons & Dragons on D&D Beyond. This update introduces new playable species, spells, and a wondrous location to the fantasy tabletop role-playing game.
Joe Manganiello Wants D&D Icons To Honor The Creator Of Dungeons & Dragons
Actor Joe Manganiello, chief creative officer for the new D&D Icons product line, expressed his desire for the initiative to honor Dungeons & Dragons co-creator Gary Gygax. Announced at Gen Con by Wizards of the Coast, D&D Icons aims to bring together creators like Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman, and R.A. Salvatore to develop new stories for the tabletop franchise, with Manganiello specifically wanting to see Gygax's legacy continued by his son, Luke Gygax.
Netflix Is Making a Live-Action Dungeons & Dragons Series About Darklord Strahd Von Zarovich's Origin Story
Netflix is developing a live-action television series based on the Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing game. The show will focus on the gothic-horror campaign Ravenloft and its iconic vampire villain, Strahd von Zarovich.
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.
A Long-Dormant Blizzard Franchise Could Be Coming To Dungeons And Dragons
Head of Dungeons & Dragons Dan Ayoub expressed interest in a StarCraft crossover for the tabletop game, stating it would be 'badass.' While no official plans were confirmed by Blizzard Entertainment, Ayoub and World of Warcraft VP Holly Longdale engaged in coy discussion, hinting at potential future collaborations beyond the upcoming D&D: World of Warcraft set.
