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D&D Beyond reveals 2026 roadmap: A complete engine rebuild and new DM tools
From a new character builder to advanced DM prep tools, find out what is coming to D&D Beyond in 2026 as Wizards of the Coast rebuilds the platform.
Paizo skips PaizoCon 2026 to rethink event strategy
Paizo has removed PaizoCon 2026 from the calendar, citing a need to reevaluate how they connect with fans and announce new Pathfinder products.
Genre Police: The 5-Step Campaign Refresh
Stuck in a rut? We revisit the five pillars of the Genre Police column – from Dials to The Self – and show you how to use them to design a unique campaign like Arcane.
Hit Point Press reveals a criminal underworld for 5e in Most Wanted
Hit Point Press reveals the cover for Big Bads: Most Wanted, a new 5e supplement featuring criminal syndicates and organised villainy.
Gallows Corner: A Peasants’ Revolt RPG powered by hope and rage
Rise up in Gallows Corner, a new historical RPG set in 1376 England. Three Sails Studios presents a game of community and resistance where you play as peasants fighting for a better future.
From Marvel to SXSW: Victor Varnado on the Worldwide Tic Tac Toe Championship
The Worldwide High Score League is bringing a high-stakes Tic Tac Toe tournament to NYC and SXSW, turning the classic game into a “trial by grid.”
Neon City Overdrive: High-Tech, Low-Life, Low Price
Experience fast-playing cyberpunk action with Neon City Overdrive. This Bundle of Holding offer collects the complete game line, including The Grid, Skinjobs, and Psions, for just $5.95.
Atlas Games launches Fork ICE February charity sale to support Minnesota neighbours
Minnesota-based Atlas Games is running a daily charity sale throughout February to support local communities affected by federal enforcement actions.
Axolotl with a Gun: The arcade-style RPG where the horrors persist, and so must you
Play as an adorable amphibian with a heavy arsenal in Axolotl with a Gun 2nd Edition. This coin-op style TTRPG is funding on Kickstarter until Feb 26th.
