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.
Archives for January 2026
Browse the Geek Native archives from January 2026. This collection covers topics in Interviews, Tabletop & RPGs, and Movies.
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The Binding of Isaac and Smurfs board games target better localisation with new deal
Maestro Media, the studio behind The Binding of Isaac board game, partners with PTS to improve global localisation and distribution for its tabletop titles.
Pinnacle Announces Standalone Deadlands Core Book for 30th Anniversary
Pinnacle Entertainment Group reveals a standalone Deadlands core book and a 30th-anniversary commemorative volume launching on BackerKit this February.
Mercy review: Chris Pratt faces the AI Judge
Chris Pratt stars in Mercy, a near-future thriller about an AI judge. Is this dystopian courtroom drama worth your time? Read the Geek Native review.
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.
The Death of the Safe Bet: How community toppled the IP giants
Discover how independent creators dismantled the corporate monopoly on hype. Our 14-year data analysis reveals why community intimacy now outvalues global IP.
A Digital Backup Plan: Why veteran Keepers should look at Chaosium’s new Humble bundle
Chaosium’s latest Humble Bundle isn’t just for beginners. Grab digital copies of Nameless Horrors, Dead Light, and the Investigator Handbook to round out your 7th Edition library.
Kraken Wargames joins Wayland Games in major tabletop merger
Wayland Games’ parent company, the Wyld Group, has acquired German manufacturer Kraken Wargames, bringing their premium mats and hobby racks into the family.
