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The Secret of Weepstone uses old-school D&D to drive a pulpy dungeon-crawler
DreadXP is releasing The Secret of Weepstone, a new game that blends old-school Dungeons & Dragons mechanics with a pulpy dungeon-crawler experience. The game is described as having an 1980s aesthetic.
Octopath Traveler TRPG Rulebook English Release Set for October 2026
Square Enix and Dark Horse Comics have announced that the English version of the Octopath Traveler TRPG Rulebook will be released in October 2026. The 328-page book is set in the world of Orsterra and uses a 2d6-based rules system. The Octopath Traveler series has sold over seven million units worldwide and is available on multiple platforms.
Free League Publishing Third Party OGL Has Expanded with Several RPGs, Including Forbidden Lands
Free League Publishing has expanded its third-party Open Game License to include five of its tabletop roleplaying games: Dragonbane, Coriolis: The Third Horizon, Coriolis: The Great Dark, Symbaroum, and Forbidden Lands. This royalty-free and irrevocable license allows creators to develop and publish their own supplements for these titles in multiple languages.
Free League Expands Open Game License Across Five RPGs and Multiple Languages
Free League Publishing has expanded its open game license program to cover five of its core tabletop RPGs: Dragonbane, Forbidden Lands, Symbaroum, Coriolis: The Great Dark, and Coriolis - The Third Horizon. The program now supports multiple languages beyond English, allowing creators worldwide to publish third-party supplements royalty-free.
Super Meat Boy Flops into 3D: A Dimension Too Far... | TAG
Several gaming updates are covered, including the "fine" but uninspired port of Kena: Bridge of Spirits to Nintendo Switch 2, speculation surrounding a God of War Trilogy Remake by Sony Santa Monica, and a critical review of Super Meat Boy 3D's transition to 3D platforming. The article also highlights a sale on the Lovecraftian TTRPG Trail of Cthulhu, financial dealings related to a potential EA buyout, the upcoming Truxton Extreme shoot 'em up, and Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase featuring Gears of War: E-Day.
Grab my favourite ever Lovecraftian TTRPG along with a huge range of adventures and supplements for an amazing price…
A digital bundle for the Lovecraftian tabletop RPG Trail of Cthulhu is available through Bundle of Holding, offering the core game and 14 supplements for a pay-what-you-want price. The bundle includes a starter collection with eight books for $17.95 or more, and a higher tier for the average price of $36.85, which includes six additional books. The bundle is available until April 6, with a second edition of the core rules expected in July.
Wyldheart is a co-op RPG for people that don’t have time for 300-hour D&D campaigns
Wyldheart is a new cooperative RPG from Wayfinder Studios designed for players with limited time, featuring bite-sized campaigns that can be completed in a few hours. The game offers character customization with various races and backgrounds, and gameplay inspired by classic tabletop RPGs, focusing on shorter, more manageable adventures. It is set to release on PC and is available for wishlisting on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
10 Year Retrospective
This article reflects on ten years of writing for Gnome Stew, detailing the author's initial struggles with article length and feedback, and their subsequent growth in breaking down complex topics into series. The author also discusses the evolution of the TTRPG landscape, noting the rise of indie publishers and encouraging readers to explore games beyond Dungeons & Dragons.
Ex-AAA devs unveil new fantasy tabletop inspired co-op RPG, Wyldheart. Coming soon to PC!
Wayfinder Studios, a new developer founded by ex-AAA game creators, has unveiled Wyldheart, a rustic fantasy co-op action RPG. The game is coming soon to PC and will feature a classless system, extensive character customization, and a focus on cooperative play for up to four friends. Wyldheart is inspired by tabletop RPGs and will be available on Steam and Epic Games Store, with Kickstarter support also being sought.
Former Battlefield, Star Wars developers announce DnD-inspired adventure title—and it looks promising
Former DICE developers, including Dennis Brännvall, have announced Wyldheart, a co-op fantasy adventure game inspired by tabletop Dungeons & Dragons. The game features a sandbox environment with extensive player agency, survival mechanics, and a rumor system for discovering quests. Wyldheart is currently being crowdfunded on Kickstarter.
Wyldheart Preview — Dungeons and Tumbleweeds | Console Creatures
Wyldheart is a new online action RPG from Wayfinder Studios, featuring a rustic Western setting and a strong emphasis on co-op gameplay inspired by tabletop RPGs. The game allows for deep character customization without strict class systems, encouraging players to build unique abilities over the course of campaigns. Wyldheart is set to launch in early access on PC later this year.
Wyldheart Demo Proves Classic RPGs Can Still Evolve
The upcoming co-op action RPG Wyldheart, developed by Wayfinder Studios, aims to capture the spirit of classic online RPGs with a focus on player freedom and collaborative gameplay. The demo showcases a classless character creator, branching dialogue, and flexible party roles, with an Early Access launch planned for 2027. The game is being developed by a small team of industry veterans who previously worked at EA DICE.
D&D Beyond's slick new online character creator lets you make a hero in seconds
D&D Beyond has launched a new Quickbuilder tool designed to streamline the character creation process for Dungeons & Dragons. The updated interface allows players to create a character in seconds by selecting class, species, background, and portrait, with automated defaults for finer details.
Save On The Official Cosmere TTRPG Based On Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive Series
The Cosmere RPG Stormlight Starter Set, based on Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive series, is available at a 15% discount during Amazon's Spring Sale, bringing the price down to $21.21. This tabletop RPG kit from Brotherwise Games includes a starter rulebook, pre-generated characters, an adventure, dice, and a custom plot die.
The Best Video Game Soundtracks Of 2026 (So Far)
This article highlights some of the best video game soundtracks released in 2026 so far, featuring a diverse range of genres and musical styles. It provides links to listen on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, and notes if vinyl editions are available for collectors.
Give 'em A Little Free Play
This 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.
Actual-play series Dimension 20 is partnering with White Wolf for a Vampire: The Masquerade show
The actual-play series Dimension 20 is partnering with White Wolf for a new show titled 'City Council of Darkness,' which will utilize the Vampire: The Masquerade ruleset. This marks the first time Dimension 20 has officially collaborated with a publisher for a show using their specific rules and setting. The series will feature the core cast and will premiere on the subscription service Dropout.
Xbox Partner Preview showcase March 2026 - here's everything announced
Microsoft's Xbox Partner Preview showcase revealed Hunter: The Reckoning - Deathwish, a new entry in the series published by Nacon. The game is set to launch in summer 2027 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, marking the first video game adaptation of the tabletop RPG in over two decades.
How You’ll Go From Prey to Predator in Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish
Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish is a new action-RPG from Teyon, building on their work with RoboCop: Rogue City. The game draws heavily from the World of Darkness TTRPG setting and features a deep character creator, branching narrative, and multiple approaches to quests, including combat, stealth, and dialogue. It is set to release in Summer 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming.
Free League Partners with Tania Herrero and MÖRK BORG Co-Creator Johan Nohr for the Fomoria RPG
Free League Publishing has partnered with creators Tania Herrero and Johan Nohr for the upcoming folk horror tabletop RPG, Fomoria. The game, powered by a modified MÖRK BORG engine, is set in a subterranean world and will launch its Kickstarter campaign on April 7, 2026. Herrero is the primary creator and illustrator, while Nohr handles graphic design.