Wizards of the Coast launches Dungeon Masters, a new official actual play series. We investigate the legal line between entertainment and product placement as the show features unreleased roleplaying games content.
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Geekify claims Neopets âstonewalledâ development before roleplaying game termination
7,610 backers are left in limbo as the Neopets tabletop roleplaying game is cancelled. Geekify Inc alleges they were stonewalled by the licensor as the 427,000 dollar project collapses.
US board game industry eyes lengthy refund war following tariff decision
The US Supreme Court has ruled controversial global tariffs unlawful in a 6-3 decision, but American tabletop publishers view this as just the next battle in an ongoing war.
Safeguarding concerns raised as Honiton gaming figure jailed
A prominent figure in the East Devon gaming scene has been jailed. We report on the conviction of Jon Iacomino, the delays in community awareness, and relevant support links.
Australiaâs social media ban creates a digital divide for young roleplayers
Australia has banned social media for under-16s. We analyse how this impacts tabletop RPGs, from the safety of VTTs to the loss of Reddit LFG communities.
UK Budget fallout: What the removal of Customs Relief means for Kickstarter backers
The UK government proposes removing the ÂŁ135 customs duty threshold. We analyse what this means for board game Kickstarter backers and the risk of courier fees.
D&D Beyond now requires you to agree to a Class Action Waiver
Wizards of the Coast’s new T&Cs for D&D Beyond aren’t a simple update. We break down the new class-action waiver, liability cap, and one positive user change.
D&D club’s safe space mission tested in ÂŁ150k founder lawsuit
A premium London club for Dungeons & Dragons, Arcadia Games, is the subject of a ÂŁ150,000 legal battle between its founders.
Diamond bankruptcy: Consignor group enters mediation talks
Green Ronin and the Ad Hoc Committee of Consignors have agreed to enter mediation with Diamond Comics Distributors following recent legal filings in the ongoing bankruptcy case.
How the UK wargaming community saved the ‘Warboot’
Miniature painting service Siege Studios has apologised and withdrawn its trademark application for ‘Warboot’ following a backlash from UK wargamers.
