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Steam Game Briefly Replaced By A Completely Different, Unannounced Project
A development error by Teyon briefly replaced RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business with an unannounced project, Hunter: The Reckoning, on Steam. The incorrect build was quickly removed and replaced with the intended update. The status of the Hunter: The Reckoning project is currently unknown, especially given publisher Nacon's recent financial difficulties.
Modiphius Entertainment Brings Fascist Murder to Table With Wolfenstein: The Roleplaying Game
Modiphius Entertainment is developing an official tabletop roleplaying game based on the Wolfenstein franchise, titled Wolfenstein: The Roleplaying Game. The game will utilize Modiphius' 2d20 system and focus on the narrative and setting of the more recent Machine Games titles, Wolfenstein: The New Order and Wolfenstein: The New Colossus. Crowdfunding for the TTRPG is planned for Fall 2026.
One Of My Favorite TTRPGs Is Kicking Butt On Kickstarter
The tabletop role-playing game Nimble, originally a D&D 5e ruleset, has evolved into its own system and is currently exceeding its Kickstarter goals for a reprint and expansion. Designer Evan Diaz highlights the system's speed and simplicity, with new content including a monster book, creator's kit, and additional character classes like the Artificer and Psion. Diaz emphasizes a focus on maintaining the system's scope and avoiding complexity creep as it grows.
TAVERS: The Meow Wolf Roleplaying Game Kickstarter Live Through April 3
The TAVERS: The Meow Wolf Roleplaying Game Kickstarter campaign is now live, aiming to fund a collaborative mystery-forward TTRPG from Meow Wolf and Exalted Funeral. The game features lightweight rules, open storytelling, and is designed for both veteran and new players. The Kickstarter will run through April 3 with a goal of $50,000.
Tavers: The Meow Wolf RPG Expands Minds On Kickstarter
Tavers: The Meow Wolf RPG, an experimental tabletop role-playing game developed in collaboration with the immersive art company Meow Wolf, has successfully launched its Kickstarter campaign, surpassing its initial funding goal. The game features a light rules system focused on open storytelling and worldbuilding, with pledge tiers ranging from $25 for a digital copy to $195 for a comprehensive collector's set.
Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed 5m copies | TAG
Resident Evil Requiem has achieved over 5 million sales in less than a week, marking a significant success for Capcom and the survival horror genre. The game launched on February 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, and has received strong critical and user reviews. The article also touches on Dungeons & Dragons' "5.5e" update, Pokémon Pokopia's global release, and Capcom's commitment to addressing PC performance issues in Monster Hunter Wilds.
D&D's clunkily-named 2024 ruleset, a revamp of 5e, finally throws up its hands and goes fine, we'll call…
Wizards of the Coast is unofficially adopting the '5.5e' moniker for the 2024 Dungeons & Dragons ruleset on its D&D Beyond website, a move that simplifies branding for players and Dungeon Masters. This iteration, while maintaining backward compatibility with the 2014 5th edition, introduces significant changes to mechanics like grappling and class designs.
If Baldur's Gate 3 is the ultimate D&D sandbox, Esoteric Ebb is like a tabletop campaign with the best Dungeon Master ever
Esoteric Ebb is a highly reactive RPG that draws comparisons to Disco Elysium and Dungeons & Dragons, offering a unique fantasy setting with deep world-building and character writing. Developed by Christoffer Bodegård and published by Raw Fury, the game features innovative dialogue-based combat and a reactive world, making it a standout title for RPG fans.
It's only March, but I'm calling it: Esoteric Ebb is 2026's best RPG and the first worthy successor to…
Esoteric Ebb is a new CRPG that draws heavy inspiration from Disco Elysium, offering a deep tabletop RPG-like experience with a focus on player choice and emergent gameplay. The game allows for extensive experimentation and features a unique skill system that acts as companions in the player's head. It is being praised for its innovative approach to CRPG combat and its ability to accommodate player-driven narratives, even when they deviate from the main quest.
Dungeons & Dragons 2026 Roadmap Promises Seasons of Horror and Magic
Wizards of the Coast has unveiled the 2026 roadmap for Dungeons & Dragons, introducing a seasonal release model. The first three seasons, 'Season of Horror,' 'Season of Magic,' and 'Season of Champions,' will feature themed sourcebooks and adventures, including 'Ravenloft: The Horrors Within' and 'Arcana Unleashed: Deadfall'.
Having never played Dungeons and Dragons, I used AI (fine, kill me) to play a solo game, talking to ChatGPT like it was my DM – It was mindblowing
The author details a mind-blowing solo Dungeons and Dragons experience using ChatGPT as a Dungeon Master, overcoming a lack of a peer group to play with. The AI guided character creation and ran a narrative session, offering an accessible entry point into tabletop role-playing for those who might otherwise not play.
Sony ditches PC & Stardew Valley News | TAG
Sony is reportedly shifting focus back to console exclusivity for its single-player PlayStation games, potentially limiting future PC releases. Meanwhile, Stardew Valley's upcoming 1.7 update will add new marriage candidates, and Nvidia has recalled a problematic GPU driver.
Prep is Aspirational
This article discusses the nature of preparation for Game Masters (GMs) in tabletop role-playing games, emphasizing that prep should be aspirational and serve as a guide rather than a rigid script. It highlights that effective prep helps GMs feel comfortable running a game, allowing for flexibility and adaptation to player choices without railroading.
Neon Odyssey Brings Stylish Sci-Fi Fun to Dungeons & Dragons 5e
Legends of Avantris has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Neon Odyssey, a new Dungeons & Dragons 5e setting book. Inspired by retro games and synthwave, the sci-fi space opera setting focuses on optimism and adventure. The campaign aims to fund three books: The Outrunner's Handbook, The Cosmic Codex, and the Overdrive Expansion, totaling 1,400 pages of content.
Paizo Inc Revealed, Then Quickly Removed, Announcement of New Pathfinder: Feybound Book
Paizo Inc accidentally revealed details for their upcoming Pathfinder supplement, Pathfinder: Feybound, before quickly removing the announcement. The book will introduce fey-themed content, including new character archetypes, ancestries like faun and nymph, and a gazetteer of the First World. This marks the debut of significant fey material in Pathfinder Second Edition.
Gnomecast 231 - Running Published Adventures
This guide discusses the process of running published adventures in tabletop role-playing games. It offers tips and tricks for GMs to effectively utilize pre-written modules and make them work for their specific campaigns. The discussion touches upon Dungeons & Dragons and the 7th Sea role-playing game.
Neopets TTRPG Playtest Material Pulled for Controversial Material
A playtest document for the Neopets tabletop role-playing game, developed by Geekify, was removed at the request of Neopets due to controversial and inappropriate content. The material, which included themes of intoxication, torture, and sexual activity, did not align with Neopets' brand standards and was released without their approval. Despite the controversy, development of the TTRPG is expected to continue.
Giants Deserve Better
This article explores how giants are often undersold in tabletop role-playing games compared to their rich presence in folklore and mythology. It examines various mythological depictions of giants, from fairy tales to Norse and biblical stories, suggesting these provide more compelling and diverse inspirations for game design than the typical 'big human' archetype. The author encourages game masters to draw from these richer sources to create more interesting and otherworldly giant encounters.
When Play does not go to Prep
This article discusses how Game Masters (GMs) should handle deviations from prepared game sessions in tabletop role-playing games like Blades in the Dark. It emphasizes that player-driven actions, even if unexpected, are a natural and enjoyable part of the hobby, encouraging GMs to embrace improvisation rather than strictly adhering to pre-planned scenarios.
Gnomecast 229 - M&M 4E with Steve Kenson & Alex Thomas
Ang is joined by Steve Kenson and Alex Thomas from Green Ronin to discuss Mutants & Masterminds Fourth Edition. The episode explores what the new edition of the superhero tabletop role-playing game has to offer.