This is your essential weekly roundup of tabletop roleplaying games news from across the industry. The roleplaying hobby moves at a rapid pace, with a constant stream of news about new games, company announcements, and community-led projects.
Stay current with the latest briefing from 2 May 2026, or explore the full TTRPG news archive below.
Routinely Itemised serves as Geek Native’s curated intelligence briefing on the tabletop news that matters. Each week, we collate the most significant developments, from the latest Dungeons & Dragons updates to breakthrough indie titles on platforms like Itch.io and DriveThruRPG. Consider this your go-to source for a scannable list of headlines and links, ensuring you never miss a critical update in the world of tabletop roleplaying.
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| News Briefing | Summary | Topics |
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| RPG News: 2 May 2026 | Routinely Itemised: A sombre week as the community remembers Jodi Black, alongside major industry news on WotC unionisation, the official Justice League roleplaying games, and… | Justice LeagueShannon AppelclineWizards Of The Coast |
| RPG News: 25 April 2026 | Industry legend Louis Zocchi passes away as the tabletop community rallies to support Jodi Black and Meagan Kenreck. Explore the latest news on WizardCon 2’s… | Star Trek Adventures |
| RPG News: 18 April 2026 | Discover the latest tabletop news from Scotland's oldest gaming convention. We cover Innsmouth in Ravenloft, Paizo's 13 Omens, and big Edinburgh updates. | Dungeons & DragonsSchwalb EntertainmentWizards Of The Coast |
| RPG News: 11 April 2026 | Discover the latest in roleplaying games as we cover the Gygax legacy, Mythmere Games’ spotlight, and new TTRPG funding for Ballad Hunters. Plus, check out… | Dark HorseLuke GygaxPhilip ReedPhilip Reed Games |
| RPG News: 3 April 2026 | Brennan Lee Mulligan returns to Vampire: The Masquerade while Traveller targets 5e via crowdfunding. Explore the latest roleplaying games news, including Paizo Printables, Free League… | MinisPaizo PublishingPathfinderWet Ink Games |
| RPG News: 27 March 2026 | Catch up on the latest roleplaying games news, from Free League's MÖRK BORG-based Fomoria and The Division TTRPG to the return of 7th Sea and… | DiceKobold PressMork BorgPathfinder |
| RPG News: 21 March 2026 | Stay up to date with the latest tabletop news, from the official Children of Time TTRPG announcement to Luke Gygax’s return to Greyhawk with Wizards… | GreyhawkLuke GygaxOrigins AwardStillfleet |
| RPG News: 14 March 2026 | From Godzilla TTRPG updates to the digitisation of 40 years of roleplaying history, we summarise the week's biggest tabletop stories. Discover why the Neopets drama… | Dungeons & DragonsMork BorgPocketquestTunnels & TrollsWizards Of The Coast |
| RPG News: 6 March 2026 | Dungeons & Dragons confirms the 2024 rules as version 5.5, while a major Fan Expo heads to London. Plus, Sirius Dice lands a Lord of… | Dungeons & DragonsWizards Of The Coast |
| RPG News: 28 February 2026 | D&D digital hiring, Kickstarter layoffs and a Paizo leak. Catch up on the latest in the world of roleplaying games in this week's Routinely Itemised. | Hard Wired IslandPathfinder |
| RPG News: 21 February 2026 | A short month packed with TTRPG developments: We cover the passing of Patrick Campbell, the US board game tariff situation, and new releases like Skies… | DicePaizoPaizoconUk Games Expo |
| RPG News: 13 February 2026 | Explore the latest roleplaying games news as Hasbro credits AI for profits and Planet of the Apes hits DTRPG. Plus, an exclusive look at a… | Chris CocksHasbroMagnetic Press PlayMatt MercerPinnacle Entertainment GroupPlanet Of The Apes |
| RPG News: 7 February 2026 | From Baldur's Gate III screen adaptations to the massive Zine Month crowdfunding surge, get your essential weekly summary of roleplaying games news. | Frog God GamesGallant Knight GamesGallows CornerHorrible GuildTanya FloakerThree Sails Studios |
| RPG News: 30 January 2026 | Explore the latest tabletop RPG news including the Elden Ring Nightreign release in Japan, a new edition of Numenera, and GURPS celebrating 40 years. Plus,… | Gm ScreensGurpsSolo LevelingWizards Of The Coast |
| RPG News: 23 January 2026 | Wayland acquires Kraken Wargames and print-on-demand prices rise. Read our curated collection of TTRPG news, featuring fresh Kickstarters, bundle deals, and the latest roleplaying releases. | Gm ScreensJay DragonYazeba's Bed & Breakfast |
| RPG News: 17 January 2026 | Stay updated with this week's TTRPG news from Edinburgh. We cover the Infinite Black product controversy, Games Workshop's new AI ban for staff, and R.… | Artificial IntelligenceEn WorldGames WorkshopR. Talsorian Games |
| RPG News: 9 January 2026 | Matt Mercer steps back from DMing due to burnout, Steve Dee passes away and Leon Barillaro joins Wizards of the Coast. Plus news on the… | ConpulsionDungeon Crawl ClassicsGoodman GamesMatt MercerOld-school EssentialsSavage WorldsSteve Dee |
| RPG News: 2 January 2026 | From the passing of TSR’s Tim Kask to a deep dive into 2025’s TTRPG sales data. Explore our exclusive best-seller analysis, roleplaying games reviews and… | DiceDungeons & DragonsGurpsNecrotic GnomeOld-school EssentialsWizards Of The Coast |
| RPG News: 26 December 2025 | A new Four Against Darkness edition, The Snarl playtest, and Fantasy Grounds top sellers headline our latest TTRPG news summary and reviews. | Penguin Random HouseStudio Hex |
| RPG News: 19 December 2025 | Critical Role heads to London Comic Con, Steve Jackson Games brings back Toon and there are major staff changes at Wizards of the Coast. | BackerkitCritical RoleDraw SteelGreen Ronin PublishingJames OhlenSteve Jackson GamesThe Expanse Rpg |
