Episode 318 features a spotlight on GearGames, a breakdown of the new Masters of the Universe trailer and a review of Chris Pratt’s Mercy. We also discuss AI playing Dungeons & Dragons, interview Duncan Rhodes and cover the latest Hasbro board appointments.
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Bio-Hazard Gaming: Data reveals the shocking bacteria levels on your mouse
Stop snacking at your desk. Reports reveal the average gaming setup hosts mould and bacteria like Staphylococcus. Here is how to clean your gear.
Scientists force AI to play Dungeons & Dragons, and the Paladins won’t stop making speeches
A new study from UCSD tests LLMs like Claude 3.5 and GPT-4o in Dungeons & Dragons combat. The results? They follow rules well but can’t stop taunting the players.
New D&D-inspired ‘Tabletop’ beer brewed specifically for long gaming sessions
RPG Taverns and Closet Brewing have released ‘Tabletop’, a sessionable 3.2% ABV beer designed for D&D players and featuring ‘biblically accurate’ art.
From travel writer to DM: How real-world wanderlust shapes extraordinary RPG locations
We interview Duncan Rhodes about his new book, The Creative Game Master’s Guide to Extraordinary Locations. Learn how his background as a travel writer helps him turn generic fantasy maps into versatile, session-sustaining set pieces.
Miss Hawkins? This Demogorgon mood light brings the horror home
Stranger Things may have ended last year, but the merchandise continues. We look at a new posable Demogorgon lamp featuring articulated petals.
Sticki Rolls targets broader audience with major Minecraft partnership
Over 600 Minecraft stickers are coming to your wrist. Sky Castle announces a new Sticki Rolls collection featuring iconic game elements for late 2026.
Audio EXP Podcast: #317 – Demon Ponies vs Computers
Explore why Games Workshop is banning AI and how Gwar conquered the Pink Pony Club in this episode of Audio EXP. We also look at the rise of indie roleplaying games.
Paradox opens White-Wolf.store for official Vampire: The Masquerade apparel
Paradox Interactive has launched White-Wolf store, a new official outlet for World of Darkness apparel. Meanwhile, By Night Studios runs a Valentine’s sale.
MP3 co-inventor launches Okeanos Pro AR audio system
The Okeanos Pro from Brandenburg Labs uses AR to simulate 16 virtual loudspeakers for professional audio mixing and immersive environments.
