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.

Is LEGO’s Smart Bricks technology a boost for engineering or a threat to imagination? Join the conversation alongside news on Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s Tomb Raider project, Goodman Games bundles, and why Arthur Morgan’s voice is perfect for the new Starfinder: Afterlight game.

Daggerheart and Fabula Ultima hit Adamantine status in 2025. Join us as we explore the sales charts, investigate AI usage in products and review the Batman RPG.

Analyse the 2025 VTT ecosystem with an in-depth look at the top-selling modules on Fantasy Grounds. This episode explores why Shadowdark and Pathfinder are dominating the charts and reviews new roleplaying games like Runeway and Snail Mail.

Toho acquires Anime Limited, the definitive 13th Age arrives, and we discuss the economics of community over competition with BackerKit CEO Max Salzberg.

How will Australia’s social media ban affect young gamers? We discuss this, plus the Exodus delay and WotC’s digital roadmap in this week’s Audio EXP.

Paradox signals a retreat from major RPG adaptations after heavy losses. We also investigate if new UK customs rules for 2029 will actually increase the cost of backing board games on Kickstarter or if exemptions keep pledges safe.

Audio EXP #309 covers the winners and losers from the Scotland Loves Anime festival in Edinburgh. Plus, we analyse the new D&D Nexus from Roll20 and the razor and blades strategy behind the Fantasy Grounds pivot.