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Symbaroum Marks 10th Anniversary With Revised Core Books and a New Campaign Setting
Free League Publishing is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its dark fantasy tabletop RPG, Symbaroum, with a Kickstarter campaign launching in late May 2026. The campaign will offer revised core books, including a standalone Core Rulebook, Gamemaster's Guide, and Davokar Creature Codex, alongside a new campaign setting titled City States of Vendilyn – A Ravaged Realm. These updated and new materials aim to provide a more accessible entry point for new players and expanded content for existing fans.
Free League Launches Symbaroum 10th Anniversary Kickstarter, Providing New Setting and Revised Rules
Free League is launching a Kickstarter campaign for the 10th Anniversary edition of Symbaroum, a tabletop RPG. The campaign, set to begin on May 19, 2026, will feature revised core rulebooks streamlined into three hardcover volumes and a new campaign setting titled City States of Vendilyn – A Ravaged Realm. Artwork will be provided by Martin Grip and Gustaf Ekelund.
Dynasty of the Sword Is a Digital Gamebook Born from an Old Tabletop RPG
Dynasty of the Sword, an interactive gamebook RPG inspired by classic tabletop titles and novels, has been released exclusively on Android. Developed by indie French developer Lhad, the game features a sprawling narrative with branching choices, multiple endings, and RPG systems including inventory management, a quest journal, and an interactive map. It also includes a combat system and over 200 black-and-white illustrations, and is available for free with no ads or in-app purchases.
Gnomecast 235 - Short Campaign Considerations
This episode of Gnomecast discusses the considerations for running short tabletop role-playing game campaigns. Hosts Ang, Jared, and Tomas explore the key differences from traditional long campaigns, reasons for choosing a shorter format, and essential elements to keep in mind during development.
The D&D Ravenloft: The Horrors Within Expansion Is Now Available to Preorder
Preorders are now available for the Dungeons & Dragons expansion, Ravenloft: The Horrors Within. The expansion includes a book, DM screen, map pack, and Tarokka deck.
Night City 2045 Wants to Tell the Story Before Cyberpunk 2077
CD Projekt Red and R. Talsorian Games are releasing Night City 2045, a prequel tabletop RPG sourcebook set 30 years before Cyberpunk 2077. The 312-page book will detail the city's history, factions, and districts, and is available for pre-order with a June 17, 2026 release date.
Symbaroum Marks 10th Anniversary With Revised Core Books and a New Campaign Setting
Free League Publishing is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its dark fantasy tabletop RPG, Symbaroum, with a Kickstarter campaign launching in late May 2026. The campaign will feature revised core books for easier entry and a new hardcover campaign setting, City States of Vendilyn. The anniversary project aims to provide a more accessible experience for new players while offering expanded content for existing fans.
We owe Fallout to an admiral and his officers teaching its designer to play D&D in 1979
Fallout designer Tim Cain discussed his first experience with Dungeons & Dragons in 1979, which was taught to him by US naval officers. This early exposure to tabletop roleplaying significantly influenced his approach to game design, including his work on Fallout, Arcanum, and The Temple of Elemental Evil.
Game Con Canada Is Bringing Mega Crowds, Mega Prizes, and Mega Stage Energy to Edmonton This June
Game Con Canada and the North American Games Industry Summit (NAGIS) are set to take place in Edmonton this June. Game Con Canada, a three-day event from June 19-21, will feature hundreds of playable games, tournaments, a cosplay competition with a $10,000 prize pool, and guided TTRPG adventures. NAGIS, running June 18-19, will focus on industry deals, pitch meetings, and executive sessions for studios, publishers, and investors.
The voices of Astarion and Lae’zel Are reuniting for an official D&D show called Dungeon Masters
Baldur's Gate 3 voice actors Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde are starring in Wizards of the Coast's new official Dungeons & Dragons actual play series, Dungeon Masters. The show, launching April 22 on YouTube, will feature unreleased D&D content and aims to replicate the excitement of live D&D sessions.
Wizards of the Coast's official D&D actual-play series will feature Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde from…
Wizards of the Coast is launching a new official Dungeons & Dragons actual-play series titled Dungeon Masters, featuring actors Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde from Baldur's Gate 3. This anthology series will tie directly into upcoming D&D releases, starting with a gothic-horror campaign set in Ravenloft. Each episode will include a free play-along pack with encounters and monster stats.
Dungeon Masters Is Wizards of the Coast’s New Official Dungeons and Dragons Actual Play Series
Wizards of the Coast has announced a new official Dungeons and Dragons actual play series titled Dungeon Masters, premiering on YouTube on April 22nd. The series will feature unreleased D&D content, with a cast including Jasmine Bhullar, Mayanna Berrin, Christian Navarro, Neil Newbon, and Devora Wilde. SVP Dan Ayoub stated the show is a "love letter to actual play shows" and aims to showcase official source material.
Wizards of the Coast Announces Dungeon Masters, Its First Official Dungeons & Dragons Actual Play
Wizards of the Coast has announced its first official Dungeons & Dragons actual play series, titled Dungeon Masters. The show will debut on YouTube on April 22, featuring a campaign arc that showcases upcoming content for Dungeons & Dragons 5.5e, including the book Ravenloft: The Horrors Within. The series will be hosted by TTRPG veterans and feature an original score by David Arkenstone.
Baldur's Gate 3 Astarion and Lae'zel actors join D&D creator's official campaign, but not as their…
Baldur's Gate 3 actors Neil Newbon (Astarion) and Devora Wilde (Karlach) are participating in a new actual-play Dungeons & Dragons series from Wizards of the Coast called Dungeon Masters. While they will be playing new characters, the series aims to appeal to both D&D veterans and newcomers, featuring new canon D&D content.
Dungeon Masters Brings D&D to Life With an Accessible Actual Play Experience
Wizards of the Coast has launched its own Dungeons & Dragons actual play show, Dungeon Masters, featuring prominent community figures. While the show excels at educating newcomers with infographics and features a cast that immerses viewers in the story, its production value and presentation fall short compared to popular shows like Critical Role and Dimension 20.
Dungeon Crawler Carl RPG Has Already Raised $3 Million on Backerkit
Renegade Game Studios' crowdfunding campaign for a Dungeon Crawler Carl tabletop RPG has surpassed $3 million, significantly exceeding its $250,000 goal. The campaign includes an official TTRPG adaptation and a deckbuilding game based on the series, with fulfillment expected in late 2026.
Ravensburger Brings Players Into The Mists with Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons Ravenloft
Ravensburger has announced Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons Ravenloft, a standalone expansion that integrates Dungeons & Dragons mechanics with the Horrified board game system. Players will face iconic monsters like Strahd Von Zarovich and the Carrionette in the Domains of Dread. The expansion is available for pre-order at Target for $29.99.
Tabletop-Inspired Co-op RPG, Wyldheart Hits 140,000 Wishlists on Steam as Kickstarter Reaches 80% Funded
The co-op fantasy RPG Wyldheart has surpassed 140,000 wishlists on Steam and its Kickstarter campaign is 80% funded with 16 days remaining. Developed by Wayfinder Studios, a 10-person remote team including veterans from EA DICE, Embark Studios, and Mojang, the game is designed around flexible co-op play inspired by tabletop RPGs. The studio aims to fund its route to Early Access via Kickstarter, with a full release targeted before the end of 2027.
New Horrified D&D board game goes to Ravenloft, and here's your exclusive first look at it
Ravensburger and Wizards of the Coast are releasing a new Dungeons & Dragons-themed board game, Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons – Ravenloft. This cooperative game features players working together to defeat four new monsters, including Count Strahd Von Zarovich, and introduces five new player classes. The game is set to release on July 19th and will be available for pre-order at Target for $34.99.
Humble's Massive Pathfinder 2E Bundle Includes A Physical Book
Humble Bundle is offering a massive deal on the Pathfinder 2E tabletop roleplaying game, featuring up to 41 items including a physical hardcover copy of the Pathfinder NPC Core book for $45. The bundle, valued at $658, is available until April 30 and includes digital PDFs, maps, and scenarios. A portion of the proceeds benefits ComicBooks for Kids.
