Exclusive reporting from the UK Games Expo floor reveals how Hugo-finalist author Adrian Tchaikovsky’s deep appreciation for classic indie RPGs directly influenced the system for the upcoming Tyrant Philosophers roleplaying game.
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Independent studio Fistful of Crits debuts surprise solo RPG alongside viral anti-AI campaign
Alongside launching the unannounced Sworn Heart: Alone Together solo RPG, Fistful of Crits drove a viral anti-AI campaign across the UK Games Expo exhibition floor.
Mosh pits and magic: Greedy Gorgon Press reveals Heavy Metal Handbook following UKGE success
Spotting Greedy Gorgon Press at UKGE 2026 was easy thanks to its stark art style, but their upcoming player sourcebook promises even louder table presence.
Post-UKGE scoop: Best RPG winner Tales of the Old West unveils Gold Country supplement
We catch up with Effekt Publishing after their major UKGE victory to discuss the historical mechanics of Tales of the Old West and their unvoiced plans for a California expansion.
Diabolical designs: Loke Battle Mats moves beyond the grid with The Dastardly Deck
Fresh from the UKGE 2026 floor, Geek Native reviews the physical retail debut of Loke Battle Mats’ modular book set, The Dungeon Reignited, and investigates a surprise new tactical GM card deck.
From extreme metal to dungeon crawl self-help: Uknite the Realm debuts a Short Rest in print
Heavy metal apparel and RPG studio Uknite the Realm showcased the first physical edition of a Short Rest, a gamified mental health workbook, at the UK Games Expo.
Dungeons and Dragons meets modern dating in indie party game
Discover the tabletop convention debut of two indie games from Orcwood Games, including a cooperative baking race and a chaotic fantasy matchmaking card game.
New Star Wars: Unlimited Icons set drops entry-level booster packs and exclusive cards
Asmodee has unveiled Star Wars: Unlimited Icons at UKGE 2026. Discover how the new 194-card mini-set offers a perfect jumping-on point with exclusive rare cards.
UKGE 2026 People’s Choice winners revealed as It’s Not Games takes the historic first Patrick Campbell Award
Live from the UK Games Expo 2026 show floor, we reveal the People’s Choice Award winners and the historic first Patrick Campbell Award for best stand.
UK Games Expo 2026 breaks NEC attendance records as infrastructure buckles under massive crowds
The 20th anniversary of the UK Games Expo broke NEC attendance records with 87,837 visitors. Read our floor report and discover the first Patrick Campbell Award winner.
