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UK Games Expo

Since its foundation in 2007, the UK Games Expo (UKGE) has expanded into the world's third-largest hobby games convention. This archive chronicles Geek Native's long-term coverage of the trade fair's evolution at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) and Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Rather than just a list of past events, these historical records document the shifting trends of the international tabletop industry - from the early playtesting of breakout roleplaying games to major product launches by global publishers.

This collection serves as a definitive timeline of the community milestones, game demonstrations, and industry shifts that have shaped the UK's premier gaming hub.

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Uk Games Expo Reports

Continuing the archive of independent Uk Games Expo reporting (Archive Page 8).

Roll Britannia expands shared universe ahead of UK Games Expo 2026

April 14, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Roll Britannia expands its shared universe with two new science fiction campaigns and a live show at UK Games Expo 2026 following six years of fantasy adventures.

Filed Under: Online Shows Tagged With: actual play, humour, rusty quill, uk games expo

Paizo publisher Erik Mona and Jason Bulmahn to debut 13 Omens at UKGE

April 13, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Paizo, the publishing heavyweight best known for the deeply tactical, high-fantasy mathematics of Pathfinder, is taking a sharp detour into modern supernatural horror with the announcement of 13 Omens. Designed by Jason Bulmahn and Joe Pasini, the upcoming roleplaying game abandons complex, crunchy rulesets in favour of a single-evening, high-tension system set in a dark […]

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: Erik Mona, horror, Jason Bulmahn, Paizo Publishing, uk games expo

Numenera: Strand short film returns as The Amber Archive eclipses original 2012 funding

March 2, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The Ninth World returns in Numenera: The Amber Archive. Explore the mechanical shift to the Cypher System and the 10-year legacy of the stunning Strand short film.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: backerkit, cypher system, Monte Cook, Monte Cook Games, Numenera, Sean K. Reynolds, short film, uk games expo

Routinely Itemised: RPG #349

February 21, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

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 Above. Explore the latest RPG tips and a curated summary of reviews and interviews.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: dice, paizo, paizocon, routinely itemised, uk games expo

Card combat and hero’s harems: Andrea Ruggeri on the Gates of Krystalia

February 19, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Andrea Ruggeri discusses the mechanics of Gates of Krystalia, from card-based strategy to the debate surrounding AI and adult content in TTRPGs.

Filed Under: Interviews, Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: isekai, uk games expo

After court mediation and a partner’s exit, what’s next for G.R.I.M. Inc’s Terror Toad?

July 18, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Adding to the recent upheaval, co-founder Mark has quit the business.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: uk games expo

What the UK Games Expo might tell us about the future of Frosthaven

June 6, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Cephalofair Games had a stand at UK Games Expo; of course, they did. UKGE is one of Europe’s largest expos, and Cephalofair is one of the world’s most successful and renowned tabletop game companies.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: cephalofair games, gloomhaven, uk games expo

Uknite the Realm: “Deth Metvl” after “Escape the Domain of the Night Hag”

June 4, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood 1 Comment

Previous TTRPGs from Uknite the Realm include Samurai Goths of the Apocalypse and the horror Shh!!, in which bad things happen if the players speak louder than a stage whisper.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: uk games expo

Pay versus Play: Women in TTRPGs

June 2, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The panel’s guests consisted of Dr Rachel of Science and Sorcery, Chelsea, the co-owner of publisher The Wanderer’s Tome, Aida from Euphoria and Jess Jewel of the production company 12 Sided Studio.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: Flabbergasted!, the wanderer's tome, uk games expo

Wrastlevania: The craziest game 9th Level have ever made

June 1, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Ultra Dracula is immune to all weapons, and the only way to defeat the monster is to pin him three times.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: 9th level games, backerkit, Castlevania, chris o'neill, Metroid, uk games expo

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