O2 has turned Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders into a 36-month loan, reflecting shifting ISP business models and cultural weight across gaming.
The economics of rare books and why PR valuations mask the truth
A first edition of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit sold for £43,000 in 2025. Discover why historical provenance matters more than speculative PR valuations.
Steven Spielberg’s iconic Jurassic Park amber fossil sells for $400,000 in Los Angeles
The screen-matched amber mosquito fossil from Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park sold for $403,200, leading Day 1 of Propstore’s live auction in Los Angeles.
Licensing shakeup hits Pathfinder community as Paizo cuts ties with Archives of Nethys
Paizo has terminated its commercial contract with Archives of Nethys. We look at the legal, financial, and scraping issues that triggered this tabletop licensing split.
Battlemap designer Tom Cartos expands into physical retail to hedge against upcoming Apple Patreon fees
Tabletop cartographer Tom Cartos launched a dedicated physical storefront at UKGE 2026, creating an independent retail anchor before Apple’s strict App Store fees hit digital subscriptions this November.
Crowdfunding giant backtracks on adult content rules after creator backlash
Kickstarter reverses its controversial mature content restrictions after intense backlash from independent roleplaying game creators and comic artists.
Video marketing and £35,000 Pay: Mongoose Publishing challenges remote work standards
Mongoose Publishing breaks tabletop conventions by launching a permanent, Swindon-based video creator role featuring a £35,000 base salary and a strict anti-AI creative policy.
Goldin spring auction sets record highs for rare Pokemon and One Piece cards
Goldin’s 2026 Spring auction hits historic record highs as a vintage trophy Pikachu card commands millions and modern One Piece collectibles surge.
Neon Odyssey: Legends of Avantris shatters expectations with a space opera epic
Neon Odyssey brings a 1,400-page space opera trilogy to D&D 5.5e, featuring starship combat, 250 new monsters, and the Machinist class.
Final mission for Quindrie Press as new comic fund opens for Scottish and UK talent
The Quindrie Comic Fund launches with a unique no crowdfunding clause to support independent UK creators before Quindrie Press closes in 2026. Discover how this Edinburgh based initiative prioritises emerging talent through a community backed financial grant.
