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Paizo Inc. has announced 13 Omens, a story-focused horror tabletop roleplaying game structured like a horror movie across three acts and a prologue. Designed for single-session play with self-contained archetypes, the game uses a shared dice bag mechanic where Host players add Omen Dice to increase tension and risk as the narrative unfolds. Production will begin after its Kickstarter campaign, with fulfillment expected in May 2027. Agamemnon Press is adapting its Ennie-award-winning surreal acid-punk setting, Painted Wastelands, from Old School Essentials (OSE) to D&D 5.5e on Backerkit. Created in collaboration between writer Christopher Willett and artist Tim Molloy, the updated line includes a 100+ page Adventurer’s Handbook and a revamped Campaign Guide featuring new subclasses, species, spells, and NPC patrons, while maintaining ongoing support for OSE. Corvus Belli is expanding its fantasy tabletop wargame, Warcrow, with a brand-new army known as the Red Caps, scheduled for release on October 22, 2026. Led by General Nuada and his elf advisor Anayram, these volatile, impish creatures bring unique units like Bugbowls, Choppers, and Flamecobs to the game. Pre-orders feature box sets, a starter bundle, and compatibility with the companion board game, Warcrow Adventures. Long-running tabletop news and forum platform EN World has been experiencing massive traffic spikes and temporary outages due to overwhelming swarms of aggressive AI web-scraping bots. Founder Russ Morrissey reported bot numbers reaching nearly 200,000 at peak times, forcing brief access restrictions to protect server hardware and software processing limits while long-term mitigation strategies are evaluated. ens #paintedwastelands #warcrow #enworld 13 Omens Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/officialpaizo/13-omens-a-horror-rpg Painted Wasteland 5E on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/agamemnon-press/the-painted-wastelands-5-5e Red Caps for Warcrow Preorder: https://warcrow.com/en/games/warcrow/nation/red-caps Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com\ ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

Workers across Dungeons & Dragons, D&D Beyond, and Studio X (Magic: The Gathering tabletop) have announced their intent to unionize under United Wizards of the Coast and the Communications Workers of America. Following the recent union victory by the MTG Arena team, these workers are seeking voluntary recognition from WotC and Hasbro. Their key demands include protections against AI encroachment, fair wages, job security amidst industry layoffs, improved working conditions, and the right to maintain full ownership of creative projects made on their own time. Orb Tyrants is a third-party, miniature-agnostic TTRPG skirmish game set in the Forbidden Psalm ecosystem, currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter. Designed for 1 to 4 players with solo and campaign modes, players create randomly generated floating horrors, harvest organs from rival monsters, and fight for dungeon dominance on a compact battlefield using fast alternating activations. Renegade Game Studios has announced the conclusion of its publishing partnership with White Wolf for World of Darkness titles, meaning RGS will no longer publish or sell Vampire: The Masquerade, Werewolf: The Apocalypse, or Hunter: The Reckoning after January 1, 2026. Concurrently, Renegade renewed its licensing agreement with Hasbro to continue producing games based on major IPs such as Transformers, G.I. JOE, Power Rangers, and classic board games, while also preparing second editions and new TTRPG expansions. Free League Publishing and lead designer Francesco Nepitello are crowdfunding new expansions and revised rules for The One Ring RPG on Backerkit. The campaign introduces the Gondor campaign expansion (The White Tower and the Hall of Gold), a comprehensive bestiary (Creatures Strange and Foul), and a updated Core Rulebook featuring a dedicated solo mode (Strider Mode), with parallel 5.5e-compatible adaptations released under Lord of the Rings Roleplaying. #wotc #orbtyrants #onering #renegade Orb Tyrants: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/neonlordsrpg/orb-tyrants The One Ring RPG: Bestiary, Gondor Campaign & Updated Rules: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/free-league-publishing/the-one-ring-rpg-bestiary-gondor-campaign-updated-rules Skullforge Studios Arsenal Mergabundle; https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/YVmxzR Legend in the Mist and :Otherscape Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/k4vmMv Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com\ ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

Wizards of the Coast has expanded its Dungeons & Dragons design team by hiring veteran RPG creator Celeste Conowitch as a Senior Game Developer following her five-year tenure at Kobold Press. Meanwhile, former D&D community manager LaTia Jacquise was laid off amid broader leadership shifts, including the resignation of CEO John Hight. Additionally, D&D Beyond teased “Project Lamordia,” an upcoming horror adventure reimagining the Ravenloft setting as a tech corporation. Mongoose Publishing announced “Algorithmic Loyalty,” a new adventure for the dystopian comedy RPG Paranoia that parodies influencer culture and social media platforms. Set in Alpha Complex, the module forces players to navigate demanding algorithms, viral video requirements, and troublesome in-universe celebrities on the platform “VidMe” while trying to survive the whims of Friend Computer. UK Games Expo introduced a strict policy banning AI-generated art, text, and merchandise from its convention trade floor, joining other UK events like Dragonmeet and Tabletop Scotland in supporting human creators. The decision comes after public backlash regarding generative AI products at past events, though the policy leaves room for organizer discretion regarding minor digital editing and assistance tools. Former Games Workshop lead designer Sam Pearson released “Black Death City,” a free skirmish wargame described as a spiritual successor or 2.0 edition to the classic game Mordheim. Featuring alternate model activations, interactive parrying mechanics, and atmospheric city-gothic warbands, the indie project offers a tactical ruleset set in a plague-ridden fantasy metropolis. #wotc #paranoia #ukgamesexpo #BlackDeathCity Black Death City: https://www.blackdeathcity.com/ Sam Pearson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SamPearsonGameDesign Skullforge Studios Arsenal Mergabundle; https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/YVmxzR Legend in the Mist and :Otherscape Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/k4vmMv Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

Games Workshop has announced Necromunda Roleplay, a standalone tabletop RPG set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Designed as a companion to Necromunda Skirmish, the game utilizes a d100 roll-under system and comes as a Core Set featuring a 224-page rulebook, 18 plastic miniatures, playmats, dice, and custom character sheets. Paizo announced upcoming price increases for select Pathfinder and Starfinder titles, taking effect on October 1st, 2026. Driven by US tariffs, global trade changes, and rising production costs following a difficult financial year, core hardcovers will increase by $10 to $69.99 USD, while pocket editions and select Lost Omens hardcovers will rise by $5. Adventures, scenarios, fiction, and PDFs remain unaffected. Modiphius Entertainment opened pre-orders for the Star Trek Adventures 60th Anniversary Boxed Set. Set for release in December 2026, the premium collection features a foil-debossed thermal leatherette second-edition core rulebook, a lenticular holographic box, 15 double-sided reference cards, and a double-sided poster map of the galaxy. Green Ronin Publishing launched the Kickstarter for Nobunaga’s Black Castle, an official English-language edition of the Japanese Sengoku doom-metal tabletop RPG. Fully compatible with MÖRK BORG, the game casts players as vengeful souls rising from Hell to overthrow the demon-pact-bound Oda Nobunaga across an alternate 16th-century Japan. #necromunda #paizo #startrek60th  #morkborg Star Trek 2d20 60th Anniversary Set; https://modiphius.us/products/star-trek-adventures-second-edition-60th-anniversary-core-rulebook-box-set Preorder Stsrfinder Beginner Box: https://store.paizo.com/starfinder-beginner-box-treasures-of-the-tomb-ship/ Skullforge Studios Arsenal Mergabundle; https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/YVmxzR Legend in the Mist and :Otherscape Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/k4vmMv Caverns of Thracia & More by Goodman Games https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/vDvy03 Warmachine Lore Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/MKYoDJ The Dying Earth RPG Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/m4krXe Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

Steve Jackson is stepping down as CEO of Steve Jackson Games after 46 years to focus entirely on game design and development. Long-time staff member Sabrina Gonzalez is taking over as the new CEO, while managing editor Allison Page has been promoted to chief operating officer.Dan Ayoub and D&D’s Future Direction In a recent interview, Wizards of the Coast’s Head of Dungeons & Dragons, Dan Ayoub, reflected on the fallout from the 2023 OGL controversy and the ongoing efforts to rebuild trust. He highlighted a new focus on community listening, establishing advisory groups, reintegrating classic creators, and opening the brand up to external storytelling partners.Kobold Press’ Underworld: Sunless Depths Kickstarter Kobold Press launched a Kickstarter campaign running through October 9th for Underworld: Sunless Depths. Compatible with both D&D 5.5E and Tales of the Valiant, the project features a player/GM setting sourcebook and a Level 1–12 campaign book exploring a sprawling, lightless subterranean world.The Mecha Hack Bundle Absolute Tabletop’s The Mecha Hack bundle offers a rules-lite, d20 roll-under mecha tabletop RPG built upon the mechanics of The Black Hack. The collection includes the core rules zine and the Mission Manual, allowing players to quickly build and customize titanic warmachines with various chassis, pilots, and modules.  #stevejackson #wotc #koboldpress #mechahack Dan Ayoub Interview: https://www.wargamer.com/dnd/dan-ayoub-interview-ogl-lessons Underworld: Sunless Depths for 5E D&D and TOV: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/koboldpress/underworld-descend-into-darkness-for-5e-dandd-and-tov Mecha Hack Bundle: https://tabletopbookshelf.com/products/the-mecha-hack-bundle Legend in the Mist and :Otherscape Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/k4vmMv Caverns of Thracia & More by Goodman Games https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/vDvy03 Warmachine Lore Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/MKYoDJ The Dying Earth RPG Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/m4krXe Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable  Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

Cubicle 7 has announced the 5th Edition of Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay, timed to coincide with the game’s 40th anniversary. The new edition is currently available for pre-order, which grants immediate access to the PDF, while the physical hardcovers are expected to ship in Spring 2027. This edition remains backwards compatible with the 4th edition, retaining the classic d100 system and the “grimdark” Old World setting while refining rules for combat, magic, and character careers. Steve Jackson Games and Lynnvander Studios are collaborating to adapt the classic, trope-filled Munchkin card game into a 5.5E-powered tabletop roleplaying game. This new system aims to transition the card game’s signature chaotic, loot-focused parody into a functional RPG experience with official rules support. Launching in October, the project will include the “Ye Olde Rulebook,” new subclasses, and unique “Pun-spiration” and “Cheeky Cheating” mechanics that encourage players to prioritize greed and backstabbing in their campaigns. A proposed settlement in the Diamond Comic Distributor bankruptcy case has faced a new obstacle due to an objection filed by Sparkle Pop, the company that currently holds the warehouse assets. While the settlement was intended to return consigned inventory to publishers like Green Ronin and Paizo, Sparkle Pop is disputing the deal, citing outstanding claims for warehouse rent and processing fees. This objection has stalled the resolution, leaving affected publishers waiting for the release of their long-held stock from the Mississippi warehouse. Bloat Zines is currently crowdfunding for “Skullcrusher,” a grimdark fantasy RPG inspired by 90s-era D&D sessions and the New School Revival movement. Created by Eric Bloat, the game emphasizes accessibility through streamlined mechanics and is being released under a Creative Commons license that invites others to create official content. The Kickstarter campaign is currently live, offering both digital and print options, and the team is prioritizing a timely delivery by avoiding stretch goals. #wfrp5e #munchkin5e #sparklepop #skullcrusher Warhammer Fantasy Roleply Fifth Edition: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/545405/warhammer-fantasy-roleplay-fifth-edition-rulebook?affiliate_id=2081746 Preorder a physical copy: https://cubicle7games.com/warhammer-fantasy-roleplay-fifth-edition Munchkin 5e lNading Page on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/lynnvander-studios/munchkin-5-5e-rpg Skullcrusher on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bloatzines/skullcrusher-dark-fantasy-roleplaying-game Caverns of Thracia & More by Goodman Games https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/vDvy03 Warmachine Lore Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/MKYoDJ The Dying Earth RPG Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/m4krXe Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

The upcoming English release of Sword World RPG, a Japanese staple originally created by Group SNE in 1989. Mugen Gaming is producing the first official English translation of the 2.5 edition, with a Backerkit campaign scheduled to launch on October 20. This release seeks to bridge Eastern and Western fantasy gaming traditions by introducing the long-running franchise to a global audience. The interview with the original creator and current president of Group SNE sounds optimistic that this Japanese version of Dungeons and Dragons will resonate with current a whole new English-speaking audience. You can pre-order now for an exclusive enamel pin commerating the release. The Lancer TTRPG is set to receive two official hardcover book releases in March 2027, published by Dark Horse Books in partnership with Massif Press. Operation Fulcrum Dawn will compile the narrative modules Operation Solstice Rain and Operation Winter Scar, while the Lancer Setting Guide Vol. 1 will collect digital supplements including The Long Rim and The Karrakin Trade Baronies. These books represent a significant shift from digital-only PDF availability to physical print formats for the sci-fi mech RPG. Magic: The Gathering‘s upcoming Zeta Set, in collaboration with the artist collective MSCHF, challenging the industry practice of selling randomized booster packs at a $20 premium price point.   A documentary celebrating the 50-year history of the sci-fi RPG Traveller is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarer. Filmmaker “Tex” is collaborating with original creator Marc Miller to produce this project, which aims to chronicle the game’s evolution and community for a planned 2027 release. This seems like a fitting tribute for such an influential TTRPG. Why didn’t and other games receive this same treatment? We are looking at you, Tunnels and Trolls! #swordworld #lancerrpg #mtg #traveller Sword World Pre-launch: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/mugen-gaming/sword-world/pre-launch Traveller 50th Anniversary Documentary: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/travellerdocumentary/traveller-a-50-year-odyssey Warmachine Lore Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/MKYoDJ The Dying Earth RPG Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/m4krXe Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable  Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

Dragon Kings by Strange Owl Games is created by original Dark Sun designers, including Timothy Brown and Brom, this project serves as a spiritual successor to the classic Dark Sun setting. It is designed to be system-agnostic while offering 5th Edition compatibility and 2E conversion rules. The crowdfunding campaign is set to begin on BackerKit on September 22, 2026, offering fans a fresh, desperate, and dangerous world that aims to capture the spirit of the original 1990s experience. Tuesday Knight Games has announced its third annual “Mothership Month,” scheduled for November 2026. Moving away from its traditional large-scale crowdfunding model, the event is pivoting to prioritize community support and creator relief. The company introduced three new initiatives: the Jump-9 Writers Grant to fund new talent, the “Warden’s Club” to reward storytellers for public games, and “Mothership Select,” an award program for exceptional third-party zines. This shift is intended to alleviate “crowdfunding fatigue” and focus on strengthening the existing creator ecosystem rather than overwhelming fans with new product launches. Dungeons & Dragons is also expanding with two new reveals. Dungeons & Dragons: Warlock, a AAA title from Invoke Studios set in the crumbling Ravenloft domain of Darkon, showcased its first gameplay footage featuring a look at the “Raw Magic” system. Additionally, the developers announced Dungeons & Dragons: Long Rest Tavern, a cozy simulation game where players manage a tavern for adventurers, crafting menus and upgrading their establishment while interacting with legendary heroes. Both titles are scheduled for release in 2027. Kenzer & Company is celebrating the 25th anniversary of HackMaster with a new, premium leather-bound edition. This “HackMaster XXV” release promises a comprehensive update to the classic RPG, featuring revamped mechanics, better-balanced abilities, new social engagement rules, and an expanded spell system, all while maintaining the game’s reputation for grit and tactical complexity. Beyond these feature updates, the document includes a variety of links to current TTRPG bundle offers and resources for fans to support the creators and platforms behind these publications.  #dragonkings #mothership #warlock #hackmasterrpg Dragon Kings Pre-launch on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/strange-owl-games/dragon-kings/pre-launch HackMaster 25th Anniversary Edition on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kenzerco/hackmaster-25th-anniversary-edition-a-fantasy-rpg Warmachine Lore Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/MKYoDJ The Dying Earth RPG Collection: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/m4krXe Batteltech PRG Bundle Encore: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/9VBLr4 Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

The TTRPG industry has seen a notable shift in how crowdfunding campaigns reach the million-dollar milestone, moving away from simple book sales toward becoming “pop-up merchandising storefronts.” Campaigns like Deathbringer illustrate this strategy, where high-ticket add-ons such as custom dice, playmats, statuettes, and even denim jackets significantly boost the average pledge level. While these massive funding totals capture attention, experts note that profitability often relies on these high-margin items to offset the costs of advertising and production, while raising questions about the logistical challenges of fulfilling such complex pledges. A tribute to the late legendary artist John Blanche. Organized by Secret Passages, this initiative invites artists and writers to contribute to a standalone 40+ page zine that celebrates Blanche’s five-decade career. This collection of original essays, interviews, and artwork aims to capture the spirit of his influence on the gaming community and will be available alongside the upcoming Secret Passages Issue 4 in Autumn 2026. Magnagothica: Maleghast, a collaboration between Tom Bloom and Taiga Miniatures. This campaign focuses on bringing the heavy metal-inspired wargame to life with official 30mm miniatures. With a goal of US$6,666, the project has already seen significant success, raising over US$78,000 by late August 2026. The campaign offers a range of options, including physical resin models and STL files for at-home printing, targeting an early 2027 delivery for backers. MCDM Productions is promoting Crows: Fortune or Death, a new survival horror RPG that emphasizes high-stakes dungeon crawling and resource management. Built for challenging gameplay where players must survive on wits rather than stats, the game features mechanics like “Dungeon Turns” and robust inventory management via cards. The campaign also introduces a town-building aspect, where players invest loot to improve their home base, creating a lasting legacy for future adventurers while offering backers various tiers that include starter sets, rulebooks, and specialized equipment decks. #johnblanche #malegothicamaleghast #OSE2026 #crowsrpg https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/mugen-gaming/sword-world/pre-launch Batteltech PRG Bundle Encore: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/9VBLr4 Secret Passage Zine John Blanche Tribute Page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jdhoare/secret-passages-4-an-old-school-rpg-and-oldhammer-magazine Magnagothica: Maleghast – STL & physical resin miniatures Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/taigaminiatures/magnagothica-maleghast-miniatures Crows: Fortune or Death: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/mcdm-productions/crows-fortune-or-death Playtest here: https://mcdm.gg/crowsplaytest Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

After months of legal battles following Diamond Comic Distributors’ 2025 bankruptcy, a settlement has finally been reached, allowing publishers like Paizo to retrieve their sequestered inventory from a Mississippi warehouse. Meanwhile, the Tabletop Game Designers Association (TTGDA) is actively campaigning for more equitable industry standards, urging publishers, award curators, and retailers to accurately attribute game authorship to individual designers rather than exclusively crediting publishing entities.Crowdfunding Successes and Resurrections1 The TTRPG crowdfunding space continues to show robust growth, headlined by the record-breaking $16 million Neon Odyssey campaign from Legends of Avantris. This project leveraged nostalgia and a desire for premium, immersive gaming experiences to achieve massive success, even amidst uncertain economic times. Additionally, classic horror returns with Mongoose Publishing’s revival of Dark Conspiracy: The Unseen War, which updates the 1991 cult classic using the familiar Traveller rules engine, now live on Backerkit.Creative Approaches to Roleplaying1 Beyond current industry news, the landscape of tabletop gaming is enriched by creative tools and settings that emphasize deep narrative play. Deephold, a 5e-compatible setting guide from Mammoth Factory, provides a complex subterranean environment focused on survival, eldritch horror, and political maneuvering within the impoverished “Low Town”. These materials highlight that effective campaign design relies on immersive world-building and high-stakes narrative arcs that challenge players’ moral and tactical limits.Humor and Treason in Alpha Complex2 The Paranoia RPG continues to offer a unique, satirical take on the hobby through resources like The Big Book of Conspiracies, which compiles 30 “treasonous” plot lines derived from real-world headlines. By blending slapstick comedy with dark themes of systemic failure and institutional paranoia, these adventures provide game masters with immediate, low-preparation content that encourages the backstabbing and bureaucratic absurdity that defines the Paranoia experience.  #paizo #ttgda #neonodyssey #darkconspiracy Dark Conspiracy on Backerkit: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/mongoose-publishing/dark-conspiracy-a-horror-rpg-in-the-modern-age Sword World RPG Landing Page: https://www.backerkit.com/c/projects/mugen-gaming/sword-world/pre-launch Mammoth Chronicles Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/L0rK3O From Rivers to Fjords- Basic Roleplay Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/E0WYEP Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/​​ Jeremy’s Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/​​ http://www.rcharvey.com ​​Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable  Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip​ Donate or give us  a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/