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The best Los Angeles events for the week of October 26 - November 1 — MP3s & NPCs
This article highlights notable events happening in Los Angeles from October 26 to November 1. Featured events include comedy shows at UCB Theatre and The Pack Theater, a live reading of Tales From The Crypt, and L.A. Comic Con at the L.A. Convention Center.
Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft's class designer 'crammed as much' of the MMO into it so that even veteran tabletop players can experience something new
The upcoming Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft book aims to translate the MMO's impactful classes and talents into a tabletop RPG experience. Designers James Wyatt and Ben Petrisor explain how they adapted WoW's restrictive roles and unique abilities, like those of Paladins and Hunters, into D&D's flexible ruleset, even introducing new subclasses like Barbarian and Bard.
The developer of one of my favorite 2020s RPGs does it because of BioWare: 'Baldur's Gate 1 is the first game…
Anders Lauridsen, lead developer of Skald: Against the Black Priory, discusses how BioWare's Baldur's Gate was the first game he truly loved and a major inspiration for his career in CRPGs. He highlights how BioWare's games captured the essence of tabletop role-playing and inspired a generation of developers.
Don't call the new Diablo board game a dungeon crawler, it's a "dungeon battler" with fighting and…
A new Diablo board game, titled 'Diablo: Unbound,' is in development by Glass Cannon Unplugged, who describe it as a 'dungeon battler' rather than a traditional dungeon crawler. The game will feature iconic classes, customizable skill trees, and modular replayability, with a crowdfunding campaign planned for early 2027. Players can get hands-on with the game at SPIEL Essen from October 22-25.
We Sat Down with D&D Game Designer James Wyatt to Talk Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft
Wizards of the Coast Principal Game Designer James Wyatt discusses the first Universes Beyond expansion for Dungeons & Dragons, which integrates elements from World of Warcraft. The interview took place at New York Comic Con.
Modern-day D&D horror adventure feels like Resident Evil mixed with Control, and it's perfect for Halloween
Project Lamordia offers a fresh take on Dungeons & Dragons by blending survival horror elements reminiscent of Resident Evil and Control with a modern-day corporate espionage setting. This digital adventure book, featuring a morally compromised company and ethically dubious tech, provides a unique departure from traditional fantasy, focusing on isolation and atmosphere.
Paizo's New Horror TTRPG, 13 Omens, Steps Into Darkness on Kickstarter
Paizo Inc, the studio known for Pathfinder, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its new rules-lite supernatural horror Tabletop RPG, 13 Omens. The campaign aims to fund the development of the new game.
As The One Ring RPG campaign approaches $3 million in pledges, its designers promise "many adventures ahead"
The crowdfunding campaign for The One Ring Roleplaying Game has surpassed $3 million in pledges, exceeding its initial target by 32 times. Lead designer Francesco Nepitello expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support, which has led to numerous stretch goals being added. The revamped ruleset, new bestiary, and adventure book are set to ship in October 2027.
Matthew Mercer To DM Shattered Legends, A New Canon Exandria Mini-Series In Collaboration With Hololive
Critical Role is launching a new canon Exandria mini-series titled Shattered Legends, featuring Matthew Mercer as Dungeon Master. This collaboration with Hololive will utilize the Daggerheart game system for the adventure.
I was wary of D&D Star Wars, but it looking so much like Rogue One gives me hope
The upcoming Dungeons & Dragons Star Wars tabletop RPG is generating hope due to its grounded, scoundrel-focused approach, reminiscent of Rogue One and Andor. Developer Wizards of the Coast is praised for focusing on non-Jedi characters and grassroots stories, which the author believes is a more interesting narrative direction for the franchise.
RPGs are simply better when you're an idiot
This article argues that role-playing games are more engaging when they embrace player failure and incompetence, rather than solely selling a power fantasy. It highlights how games like Disco Elysium and Baldur's Gate 3, along with tabletop RPGs, create richer narratives and more satisfying successes by allowing for mistakes and unexpected consequences.
New York Comic Con Fans Get First Look at D&D: Star Wars Core Rulebooks
Wizards of the Coast provided a first look at their upcoming Dungeons & Dragons: Star Wars core rulebooks at New York Comic Con. This release marks an official adaptation of the Star Wars universe into the popular fantasy tabletop role-playing game.
D&D Star Wars is giving me Andor vibes with promises to let you "fly daring missions" and fight the Empire…
Wizards of the Coast announced Tyro Squadron: Adventures, a new Dungeons & Dragons Star Wars adventure book set during the Original Trilogy. The book promises players will "fly daring missions" and fight the Empire as part of a secret Rebel crew, drawing comparisons to the TV series Andor. The adventure is expected to launch in 2027 alongside a D&D Star Wars core book.
Dungeons & Dragons Is Going to Outer Space With Star Wars: Tyro Squadron, First Look at Official Art
Wizards of the Coast has announced its next Dungeons & Dragons Universes Beyond release will be Star Wars: Tyro Squadron. This upcoming tabletop RPG expansion will bring the Star Wars universe to the D&D system.
Grab these essential beginner board games if you want to avoid playing Monopoly with your family this year
This guide recommends essential beginner board games as alternatives to classics like Monopoly, perfect for family gatherings. It highlights 'gateway' games that are more accessible and engaging than older titles, with some currently on sale. The author, a seasoned games journalist, shares personal experience with tabletop gaming and RPGs.
The upcoming D&D interpretation of World of Warcraft sounds great, but don't expect it to work like the MMO does
Wizards of the Coast is releasing a Dungeons & Dragons book based on World of Warcraft on November 17th. The book introduces new playable races, subclasses, and spells inspired by the MMO, but it is designed as a tabletop RPG experience and does not replicate the MMO's mechanics like raids or grinding. Principal designer James Wyatt described it as a "paraphrased" version of WoW, aiming to evoke the game's feel within the D&D framework.
Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft – Everything You Need to Know
Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft, the first Universes Beyond release for the tabletop RPG, was announced in July. The game is based on the massively multiplayer online role-playing game of the same name and is described as massive.
Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft is already a slam dunk, but it's how it captures the spirit of the MMO…
The upcoming Dungeons & Dragons rulebook based on World of Warcraft aims to capture the spirit of the MMO rather than directly translate its mechanics. Principal game designer James Wyatt explained that the focus is on paraphrasing WoW's iconic dungeons and characters within the tabletop framework, adapting elements like loot and combat for a different playstyle. The collaboration is designed by individuals familiar with both games to ensure a faithful yet distinct experience.
New D&D Beyond October Drop Introduces New Horror Monsters and Spooky Fighter Subclass
Wizards of the Coast has released a new D&D Beyond October drop, introducing spooky-themed monsters and a new Fighter subclass. This content update adds new options for players of the tabletop role-playing game.
After a series of catastrophes where no-one could seem to roll well, I truly have no idea who's going to make it…
This article discusses the chaotic events of the latest Critical Role campaign episode, focusing on the 'schemer's table' where players faced personal and professional catastrophes. Despite a streak of terrible dice rolls, the narrative is building towards potential revolutions, assassinations, and civil wars, leaving the outcome uncertain but highly anticipated.
