DnD is looking to expand its player base by making its latest starter set more like a board game
Briefly

The Heroes of the Borderlands bundle launches as a new method to introduce players to Dungeons & Dragons through a board game format. This large starter set features miniatures, maps, and spell cards, enhancing the gameplay experience. It substitutes the traditional character sheet with over 200 cards to streamline gameplay for beginners. The adventures draw inspiration from the classic module B2, The Keep on the Borderlands, offering around 40 to 60 hours of gameplay that combines combat, exploration, and roleplaying elements.
The Heroes of the Borderlands bundle aims to introduce players to the D&D world, positioning itself as a board game rather than a traditional tabletop RPG.
The set includes miniatures, maps, and spell cards, making it D&D's largest starter set, designed to enhance gameplay and attract new players.
Over 200 cards representing character abilities and equipment replace the traditional character sheet, creating a more accessible entry for dungeon crawler enthusiasts.
Inspired by the classic B2 module, the set offers three adventure booklets with 40 to 60 hours of gameplay through combat, exploration, and roleplaying.
Read at Polygon
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