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Acer challenges the TV with a portable projector that doubles as a digital battle mat
Acer launches the PD1520Us ultra short throw projector in the UK, offering a 100 inch cinema experience and a unique tabletop mode for interactive digital battle mats.
The CarlRPG effect: How BackerKit is rewriting the roleplaying games rulebook
The record-breaking success of the CarlRPG signals a major shift in roleplaying games crowdfunding. We examine how BackerKit is evolving from a pledge manager into a pro-creator ecosystem while facing fresh challenges in trust, safety, and project abandonment.
Magic: The Gathering playtest sheets and Shonen Jump debuts lead Goldin sale
Goldin’s 2026 elite auction tests the market for investor-grade manga and rare 1992 Magic: The Gathering playtest sheets. Discover the archaeological value of these foundational assets.
London Film and Comic Con cancels 2026 event, blaming flight costs
Showmasters has cancelled London Film and Comic Con 2026, citing US flight costs while fans point to cheaper alternatives and a major PR blunder regarding Carrie Fisher.
The High-Tech Hearth: How Perpetual 3Designs is building the future of physical roleplaying games
Discover how Perpetual 3Designs uses app-controlled terrain and epic 32mm miniatures to create a “Living Dungeon” experience for roleplaying games.
11 Ravens and Rubinacci unveil yacht-inspired gaming tables for the super-rich
Italian tailoring house Rubinacci and Los Angeles design studio 11 Ravens have unveiled an expanded collection of ultra luxury game tables at Salone del Mobile.
Fandom veterans launch independent outlet to break “discourse circles”
Fansplaining relaunches as an independent, subscriber-supported publication led by Elizabeth Minkel, Aja Romano, and Lin Codega to provide expert journalism by and for fandom.
Si Pittman to lead new Forbidden Planet Norwich store launch
National retailer Forbidden Planet confirms its new Norwich store will open at 59-61 St Stephen’s Street this May. Managed by former Regen Games owner Si Pittman, the 2,500 sq ft site brings a huge selection of comics and pop-culture merchandise to the city centre.
Strange Bedfellows: Why the Plushie Dreadfuls x Emily the Strange collaboration is 28 years in the making
American McGee and Rob Reger unite for a limited Emily the Strange plushie. Discover the history of this 28-year collaboration and the 2026 goth revival.
