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IndieGameBusiness team launches publishing label Blue Ridge Games with debut title MAFATE
The team behind IndieGameBusiness launches publishing imprint Blue Ridge Games, unveiling Réunion Island walking adventure MAFATE by Blue Ramen Studios as its debut title.
Paizo expands DriveThruRPG deal to sell over 1,200 digital roleplaying titles
Paizo brings over 1,200 Pathfinder and Starfinder titles to DriveThruRPG, expanding its digital roleplaying game distribution alongside upcoming print-on-demand options.
Vox Machina adventure dice sets arrive as Sirius Dice reveals Mighty Nein plans
Sirius Dice launches officially licensed Critical Role Vox Machina dice sets, alongside previews for upcoming Mighty Nein and Bells Hells collections.
Last chance to join Section 9 in The Ghost in the Shell Tabletop Roleplaying Game
Mantic Games brings Shirow Masamune’s iconic cyberpunk manga to tabletop roleplaying games. Read our deep dive into Section 9 rules and pledge options.
Steve Jackson Games and Bundle of Holding launch four tremendous GURPS 4E offers
Complete your GURPS 4E collection with four major bundles of holding. From core rules to fantasy and sci-fi supplements, explore infinite gaming worlds today.
Tabletop Scotland targets growth and charity fundraising in Edinburgh return
Tabletop Scotland 2026 returns to the Royal Highland Centre from 4 to 6 September with an expanded screen-free Family Zone and Scottish Huntington’s Association as charity partner.
Riot Games confirms $50,000 European Regional Championship for Riftbound in Germany
Riot Games brings the first European Regional Championship for Riftbound to Stuttgart, featuring a $50,000 prize pool and World Championship spots.
Routinely Itemised: RPG #373
Daggerheart wins big at the 2026 ENnies, Gen Con battles severe storms, and we investigate the latest on the Star Wars TTRPG license and Paizo’s recovery.
HackMaster 25th Anniversary Edition: The Granddaddy of retro fantasy RPGs returns
Kenzer and Company brings the 25th Anniversary Edition of HackMaster to Kickstarter, featuring four premium leatherette rulebooks and overhauled tactical mechanics.
