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Champions RPG returns two-fold to the Bundle of Holding
The starting point is Champions 4E Essentials which is a repeat of a 2017 deal that contains 12 collections and the upgrade is Champions 4E Universe which adds 10 more.
The Maximum Apocalypse RPG is coming
In the game, you take on the role of a survivor and face, not one, but many apocalyptic threats. It’s the maximum apocalypse, after all.
Trudvang Adventures adapts for D&D 5e
Thousands of loyal gamers already enjoy Trudvang, a tabletop roleplaying game from RiotMinds. Now, by launching a 5th edition variant of the game, the Swedish publisher is hoping to reach many thousands more.
The Witcher TTRPG sends news monster book to the printers
In the Witcher’s Journal, the Witcher TTRPG expands with a bestiary and an exploration of the golden age of the witcher order.
200x Thank Yous as RPG publishers offer up 97% discount on COVID-19 bundles
You’ll spend less than $20, and you’ll get more than $600 in RPG goodies back.
Basic World Building: Design a Dungeon
Basic World Building uses the tools from 1981’s Basic Dungeons & Dragons and Expert D&D and re-imagined in Old School Essentials to build a starting campaign setting.
Petersen Games launches the Cthulhu Mythos Saga for 5e on subscription
Petersen Game is now releasing their Cthulhu Mythos Saga adventures for 5e every month, and they’re offering a subscription model.
Routinely Itemised: RPGs #47
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The Altered Carbon RPG opens for pre-orders
The core Altered Carbon RPG contains rules to play, archetype characters from Socialites living a life of luxury to soldiers fighting to survive. The book explores the metropolis Bay City from the Atrium World down to the Underground.




