From revised Fighter mechanics to clearer Icon rules, 13th Age 2E is officially out. Here is what has changed in the 350-page core book.
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CHEW, mecha pilots, and heists feature in Forged in the Dark 3 bundle
Bundle of Holding has a new deal collecting seven “Forged in the Dark” RPGs, including the original Blades in the Dark, CHEW, and DISASTER/WING.
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Australian legislation blocks teens from D&D on Twitch, though VTTs remain accessible. Meanwhile, Jason Carl departs World of Darkness, Justice Arman becomes D&D’s new design director, and a new Google feature allows you to prioritise Geek Native as your news source.
WotC Asks for DM feedback after delaying key VTT features
Wizards of the Coast has delayed D&D Maps features including 3D dice to 2026 and scrapped the Campaign Console, asking DMs for feedback on what to build next.
Moonbase Alpha returns: Space: 1999 Core Rulebook is out now
The Space: 1999 roleplaying game is out now. Modiphius brings the cult classic sci-fi series to the tabletop using the 2d20 system.
The Sword of Cepheus 2nd Edition arrives in print on Amazon
Stellagama Publishing has released The Sword of Cepheus 2nd Edition in print on Amazon, bringing the 2d6 OGL fantasy RPG to a mainstream retailer.
Jason Carl departs World of Darkness to lead Dungeon Master University
Jason Carl announces his departure from World of Darkness and Paradox Interactive after 10 years. The Vampire: The Masquerade veteran joins D&D in a Castle.
Wizard101 summons physical loot with Misty Mountain Gaming dice collection
Wizard101 teams up with Misty Mountain Gaming for three new dice sets, including a $99 Blue Sandstone collection and exclusive in-game wands.
Australia’s social media ban creates a digital divide for young roleplayers
Australia has banned social media for under-16s. We analyse how this impacts tabletop RPGs, from the safety of VTTs to the loss of Reddit LFG communities.
Build the ultimate fantasy sandbox with the Worlds Without Number bundle
Bundle of Holding has a new deal for Worlds Without Number, the fantasy sandbox TTRPG from Kevin Crawford and Sine Nomine Publishing.
