In a thrilling nod to nostalgia, The Pokémon Company International has launched the ‘151 to 151’ campaign, inviting Pokémon Trainers to re-explore the original 151 Pokémon from the Kanto region. This initiative will feature social media celebrations of iconic Pokémon such as Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Snorlax, Mew, and others. This campaign kicked off with the…
The Celtic Animal Knot Dice Kickstarter campaign is gaining remarkable momentum. The campaign, which aims to produce beautiful dice that connect in a Celtic knot pattern, has already garnered an impressive $38,693 in pledges, overwhelmingly surpassing its initial $5,000 goal. As it stands, 542 backers have pledged their support with 13 days still to go…
Chaosium Inc. has announced that “Cults of RuneQuest: The Lightbringers,” will be available for purchase this August. This volume is the second book in the new “Cults of RuneQuest” sourcebook series, which delves deeper into the rich lore of the RuneQuest TTRPG. The book serves as a comprehensive guide for players to the storm pantheon,…
Frrrridaaaaay! I hope your week went by well. Mine had its ups and downs, but, as usual, I’m looking forward to the weekend. And, though, it’s 2 weeks from now that I’m most-excited about, any weekend can be a good weekend. I haven’t figured out what I want to do, culinarily yet, but I’ll figure…
Daily Magic Games has recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for their latest tabletop game, “Castellans of Valeria.” Set on Valeria’s western frontier, the game puts players in a head-to-head contest to construct the most magnificent city jurisdictions in Kosk, aiming to secure the coveted position of Castellan. The Kickstarter campaign, which ends on June 20,…
Osprey Publishing has announced the launch of the much-anticipated “Undaunted: Battle of Britain,” a standalone entry in the popular Undaunted series. This two-player deckbuilding game, which explores the intense aerial combat of World War II, is now available for purchase in the UK and the US. The game recreates the dramatic events of the summer…
Unchained Games has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Meeplify, an innovative portal that brings a whole new level of customization to board games and tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). The crowdfunding campaign, which far surpassed its modest goal of $546 within days, is set to run until July 3, 2023. The Meeplify project offers over 160…
Monte Cook Games launched its newest offering, “Who the Devil Are You?”. The company, known for subverting conventions, has outdone itself with this zero-prep RPG, where players not only create characters but also collaboratively build the world and plot. In traditional RPGs, the Game Master (GM) constructs the story, setting, and context while the players…
Fort Circle Games, known for their engaging historical games, has returned to Kickstarter with a new project, “The Halls of Montezuma.” With 21 days remaining until the campaign ends on July 7, 2023, the project has already received an enthusiastic response, achieving over $23,000 from 353 backers, far surpassing its original goal of $15,000. “The…
As of today, Command of Nature, an engaging and strategic tabletop game from the creators of Here to Slay and Casting Shadows, has raised a stunning $1,381,096, significantly surpassing its initial goal of $50,000. This Kickstarter campaign, which has attracted over 17,167 backers, is set to end in four days on June 20th. Command of…
WizKids is set to launch the latest addition to its esteemed Pathfinder Battles series – the Fearsome Forces set. Now available for pre-order, the new miniature set promises to add depth and drama to tabletop role-playing games, enhancing the fantasy experience for players worldwide. The Fearsome Forces set draws players into an intriguing world, filled…
Free League Publishing announced today the release of two major expansions for their multi-award-winning RPG, Forbidden Lands. The game, acclaimed for its innovative blend of old-school gaming and modern mechanics, is set to thrill players with “Book of Beasts” and “The Bloodmarch.” The “Book of Beasts” is a bestiary expansion that takes the genre to…
Hit Point Press has revealed the latest recipients of the Luminary Grant, an initiative aimed at supporting independent creators in the tabletop game industry. The grant recipients for Q2 have been chosen for their innovative projects, which promise to bring new, exciting experiences to tabletop gamers. The Luminary Grant, originally funded through the ‘If I…
An innovative mix of role-playing and guessing game, Adventure Party, has been launched on Kickstarter and is quickly gaining momentum. The campaign has already surpassed its initial goal of US$10,000 with a current pledge of US$12,695, with 208 backers showing their support. The campaign will continue to run until July 1, providing ample opportunity for…
Usaopoly (The Op Games) has partnered with Hasbro and iconic heavy metal band Iron Maiden to release a special edition MONOPOLY game that promises to excite fans and tabletop game enthusiasts alike. The MONOPOLY: Iron Maiden Edition comes at a time when the band is kicking off its highly anticipated FuturePast Tour. The unique piece…
Plaid Hat Games, the award-winning studio behind renowned titles like “Forgotten Waters” and “Dead of Winter,” has officially announced the upcoming release of “Freelancers: A Crossroads Game.” Slated for release on August 3, 2023, the new game is currently available for pre-order. “Freelancers: A Crossroads Game” takes an intriguing twist on the traditional fantasy role-playing…
With a fresh, innovative twist on card games, “Bad Baby Lich Lords” has launched a relaunch campaign on Kickstarter, where it is gaining traction among game enthusiasts. The project, inspired by popular Saturday morning cartoons, is designed for 2 to 4 players and is suitable for ages 8 and above. As of now, the game…
Leading game publisher, Chaosium Inc., revealed that the eagerly awaited new sourcebook ‘Cults of RuneQuest: The Prosopaedia’ is set to hit the shelves on July 13th, 2023. This hardcover edition, priced at $37.99, is a 152-page, full-colour book that dives deep into the mythology that defines the universe of RuneQuest, the popular tabletop role-playing game….
Modiphius Entertainment, the premier tabletop game publisher and developer, has announced its acquisition of the game IPs ‘Five Parsecs From Home’ and ‘Five Leagues From The Borderlands’ from Nordic Weasel Games, headed by Ivan Sorensen. The agreement extends to the original Five Core system, Weasel Tech, and Five Men From Normandy games. Under the new…
Ghostfire Gaming has set sail on a new adventure with their Kickstarter for “Aetherial Expanse: Setting Guide”, a high-fantasy campaign setting for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. The Kickstarter campaign, launched recently, has already surpassed its original goal of US$ 20,000, with a current tally of US$ 89,007 and 1,178 backers. The setting guide offers…
Monte Cook Games is taking the Cypher System to new heights with the introduction of the Cypher System Creature Index, designed to help game masters (GMs) find the perfect creature for their next encounter. This new tool promises to revolutionize the process of selecting creatures for a variety of campaigns. Whether you’re running a space…
Wednesdaaaaaaay! We’re halfway through the week. Just gotta keep on keepin’ on and we’ll get back to the weekend. I’m happy because today I made some oven-braised ribs that turned out absolutely fantastic. So, I’ll be having that for lunch the rest of the week. But also, let’s nosh on some bite-sized gaming stories. Today…
Doteira Games has relaunched its ambitious project, “Phantom Epoch,” on Kickstarter, promising an immersive and intense 40 mission sci-fi dungeon crawler game. With its unique blend of fantasy and science fiction themes, the game combines persistent campaigns, unlockable components, character progression, and engaging tactical combat. “Phantom Epoch” surpassed its goal of $20,589 within the early…
Chaosium Inc. has announced the hardback release of “Basic Roleplaying: Universal Game Engine” for this October. “Basic Roleplaying” (BRP) is a comprehensive set of core rules that power various tabletop roleplaying games such as Call of Cthulhu, RuneQuest, Pendragon, and Rivers of London, among others. This system is well-loved among new and veteran role-players alike…
Fans of the iconic sci-fi TV series ‘Firefly’ have shown immense enthusiasm for the latest crowdfunding campaign by Gale Force 9 on Gamefound, with their project reaching its goal in just 17 minutes and 36 seconds. The campaign for “Firefly: The Game – 10th Anniversary Collector’s Edition” continues to build momentum, standing at a staggering…
Pandasaurus Games, the prolific board game publisher, has announced the forthcoming release of ‘After Us,’ a new strategic game designed by Florian Sirieix, featuring artwork by Vincent Dutrait. Set to hit retail stores on August 9th, the game places players in a post-human world where apes have evolved into intelligent tribes and have taken up…
Awaken Realms’ S.T.A.L.K.E.R. The Board Game has seen an astonishing crowdfunding success on Gamefound. The 1-4 player solo/co-op survival adventure, set in an alternative version of the Chernobyl Nuclear Plant Exclusion Zone, has currently raised over $817,979 from 3,947 backers, achieving an incredible 1,635% of its original $50,000 goal. With 20 days still to go,…
Privateer Press has announced an impending halt in manufacturing for its Legacy WARMACHINE, HORDES, and Riot Quest models. The decision to end production comes in preparation for an upcoming facility move. The cessation of manufacturing, affecting models cast in metal and resin, will take effect at the end of this week. Following Friday, the company…
The world of board games is seeing yet another exciting addition with Thiefdom, a strategy-focused game that immerses 1-4 players in the adrenaline-fueled life of thieves operating in the rich medieval town of Bacharach. The Kickstarter campaign for Thiefdom is live now, aiming to raise $31,266 and having already secured $29,640 with 975 backers and…
… It’s already Tuesday. I would love to know what it is about my sense of time that has gone so wonky. Some days flash by in an instant. Others absolutely never end. I realize that it’s always kinda been like that, but it’s been more extremely lately, it seems… Oh well… Seeing as it…
