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Thoughts on PAX Unplugged 2024

Mega conventions are experiencing a resurgence in attendance as disposable income rises post-pandemic.
#gwent

The Witcher's Gwent Card Game Is Heading To The Real World

Gwent, a beloved card game from The Witcher series, is getting a physical release due in 2025, appealing to both casual players and competitive gamers.

Finally, The Witcher 3's Gwent will be playable in real life

Gwent is being adapted into a physical card game, set for release in 2025.

The Witcher's Gwent Card Game Is Heading To The Real World

Gwent, a beloved card game from The Witcher series, is getting a physical release due in 2025, appealing to both casual players and competitive gamers.

Finally, The Witcher 3's Gwent will be playable in real life

Gwent is being adapted into a physical card game, set for release in 2025.
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#game-design

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 8/26/24

August features diverse crowdfunding board games, inviting players to engage with new themes and gameplay styles.
Connect with fellow gamers through BGQ's Discord and Facebook groups for discussions on games and entertainment.

Mass Effect: The Board Game - Priority: Hagalaz Review

Mass Effect: The Board Game successfully captures the essence of its video game source material through engaging mechanics and gameplay.

Crossbows & Catapults is the ultimate Christmas morning board game

Restoration Games successfully revitalizes Crossbows & Catapults, appealing to families and enhancing gameplay for modern audiences.

Get your friends into TTRPGs as fast as Deborah Ann Woll using this game

Wanna play right now? is an easy-entry tabletop RPG designed for immediate engagement, making Dungeons & Dragons accessible to more players.

Arcs is the ambitious new sci-fi board game from the designer of Root, and it's extraordinary

Arcs: Conflict and Collapse in the Reach redefines tabletop wargaming with innovative mechanics and a three-session campaign format that emphasizes narrative and strategy.

Horizons, a new periodical for TTRPG fans, could fill the gap left by Dragon magazine

Horizons is revitalizing tabletop gaming magazines, focusing on new content for role-playing fans and creators.

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 8/26/24

August features diverse crowdfunding board games, inviting players to engage with new themes and gameplay styles.
Connect with fellow gamers through BGQ's Discord and Facebook groups for discussions on games and entertainment.

Mass Effect: The Board Game - Priority: Hagalaz Review

Mass Effect: The Board Game successfully captures the essence of its video game source material through engaging mechanics and gameplay.

Crossbows & Catapults is the ultimate Christmas morning board game

Restoration Games successfully revitalizes Crossbows & Catapults, appealing to families and enhancing gameplay for modern audiences.

Get your friends into TTRPGs as fast as Deborah Ann Woll using this game

Wanna play right now? is an easy-entry tabletop RPG designed for immediate engagement, making Dungeons & Dragons accessible to more players.

Arcs is the ambitious new sci-fi board game from the designer of Root, and it's extraordinary

Arcs: Conflict and Collapse in the Reach redefines tabletop wargaming with innovative mechanics and a three-session campaign format that emphasizes narrative and strategy.

Horizons, a new periodical for TTRPG fans, could fill the gap left by Dragon magazine

Horizons is revitalizing tabletop gaming magazines, focusing on new content for role-playing fans and creators.
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#critical-role

Critical Role cast hopes to 'pass the torch' in the future

Matthew Mercer envisions passing the torch to new creatives, ensuring the continuation of storytelling beyond Critical Role's core cast.

Daggerheart, a new Critical Role game, feels more complicated than D&D - in a good way

Daggerheart introduces an engaging 2d12 system that enhances gameplay and character creation, promising strategic depth for tabletop role-playing enthusiasts.

Alchemy brings new VTT assets to the Critical Role sourcebook

Darrington Press's Tal'Dorei Reborn sourcebook enhances immersive gameplay on Alchemy Virtual Tabletop, integrating rich lore and high-quality audio-visual elements.

Critical Role cast hopes to 'pass the torch' in the future

Matthew Mercer envisions passing the torch to new creatives, ensuring the continuation of storytelling beyond Critical Role's core cast.

Daggerheart, a new Critical Role game, feels more complicated than D&D - in a good way

Daggerheart introduces an engaging 2d12 system that enhances gameplay and character creation, promising strategic depth for tabletop role-playing enthusiasts.

Alchemy brings new VTT assets to the Critical Role sourcebook

Darrington Press's Tal'Dorei Reborn sourcebook enhances immersive gameplay on Alchemy Virtual Tabletop, integrating rich lore and high-quality audio-visual elements.
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#gaming-accessories

This digital D&D watch lets you roll a fireball from your wrist

The Timestop D-20 watch integrates unique dice-rolling features for tabletop gaming with practical timekeeping, designed for both play and everyday use.

Bambu's P1P 3D printer is a great Black Friday deal at $449

The Bambu P1P printer is highly recommended and currently on sale, making it an excellent choice for hobbyists.

This digital D&D watch lets you roll a fireball from your wrist

The Timestop D-20 watch integrates unique dice-rolling features for tabletop gaming with practical timekeeping, designed for both play and everyday use.

Bambu's P1P 3D printer is a great Black Friday deal at $449

The Bambu P1P printer is highly recommended and currently on sale, making it an excellent choice for hobbyists.
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The TTRPG to play after STALKER 2

Rad is a tabletop RPG focused on community survival in a post-apocalyptic world, emphasizing mutual aid and strategic gameplay.
#dungeons--dragons

D&D's new vinyl album, Bardic Inspiration, is made for adventuring

Wizards of the Coast has released a new album titled 'Bardic Inspiration: A Musical Journey through the Forgotten Realms' to inspire tabletop gamers.

'Dungeons & Dragons' is a cornerstone of big-business nerdworld. A top exec says Wizards of the Coast has a plan to keep the game hot for 50 more years.

Wizards of the Coast is revitalizing Dungeons & Dragons with new rulebooks and digital integration to attract players for another 50 years.

D&D's Black Friday deals include 10% off the 2024 core rulebooks

Wizards of the Coast announces Black Friday discounts on D&D products, including popular rulebooks and adventure books, making them more accessible this holiday season.

The perfect gift for D&D OGs is 50% off for Black Friday

The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons book is an essential gift for fans, offering in-depth insights into the game's origins and evolution.

The new D&D Player's Handbook is a treasure, and we may never see its equal again

The 2024 Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook overcame significant challenges to deliver an exceptional resource with extensive content for players.

Dungeons, Dragons and shoulder pads: Why I loved D&D as a closeted teen

Dungeons & Dragons remains a cultural icon after 50 years, revitalized by modern media like podcasts and web series.

D&D's new vinyl album, Bardic Inspiration, is made for adventuring

Wizards of the Coast has released a new album titled 'Bardic Inspiration: A Musical Journey through the Forgotten Realms' to inspire tabletop gamers.

'Dungeons & Dragons' is a cornerstone of big-business nerdworld. A top exec says Wizards of the Coast has a plan to keep the game hot for 50 more years.

Wizards of the Coast is revitalizing Dungeons & Dragons with new rulebooks and digital integration to attract players for another 50 years.

D&D's Black Friday deals include 10% off the 2024 core rulebooks

Wizards of the Coast announces Black Friday discounts on D&D products, including popular rulebooks and adventure books, making them more accessible this holiday season.

The perfect gift for D&D OGs is 50% off for Black Friday

The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons book is an essential gift for fans, offering in-depth insights into the game's origins and evolution.

The new D&D Player's Handbook is a treasure, and we may never see its equal again

The 2024 Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook overcame significant challenges to deliver an exceptional resource with extensive content for players.

Dungeons, Dragons and shoulder pads: Why I loved D&D as a closeted teen

Dungeons & Dragons remains a cultural icon after 50 years, revitalized by modern media like podcasts and web series.
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Maladum: Dungeons of Enveron is making waves for dungeon crawlers

Battle Systems' Maladum expands on the Core Space universe, merging fantasy elements with unique extraction shooter mechanics, garnering significant acclaim in tabletop gaming.
#horror

Thorgal: The Board Game Review

Thorgal combines Norse mythology and cooperative gaming in a unique adventure that can be played solo or with up to four players.

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 11/4/24

November is a prime time for exploring new board game campaigns as the year ends.
Board games such as Bardsung and Conan offer engaging narratives and gameplay for players.
Interactive platforms like Discord and Facebook foster community discussions among gamers.

Cain is tabletop gaming's horror hit of the year, grab it now on itch.io

Cain merges horror with supernatural elements, drawing inspiration from anime and highlighting bureaucratic struggles against human trauma.

Thorgal: The Board Game Review

Thorgal combines Norse mythology and cooperative gaming in a unique adventure that can be played solo or with up to four players.

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 11/4/24

November is a prime time for exploring new board game campaigns as the year ends.
Board games such as Bardsung and Conan offer engaging narratives and gameplay for players.
Interactive platforms like Discord and Facebook foster community discussions among gamers.

Cain is tabletop gaming's horror hit of the year, grab it now on itch.io

Cain merges horror with supernatural elements, drawing inspiration from anime and highlighting bureaucratic struggles against human trauma.
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#board-games

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 9/30/24

The Essen Spiel showcases innovative board games and adaptations of classics, building excitement among board game enthusiasts.

King of Tokyo Duel Review

King of Tokyo Duel revitalizes the franchise with an engaging two-player format that emphasizes strategy and competitive gameplay.

GrandCon 2024 Recap

GrandCon is thriving with growing attendance and diverse gaming experiences, showcasing its impact on the tabletop gaming community.

Blast Track Review

Blast Track enhances the original Slide Blast by introducing new gameplay mechanics and deeper scoring categories, aiming to attract both old and new players.

Metrorunner Review

Metrorunner combines quick gameplay with strategic job completion and hacking in a captivating cyberpunk setting.

City of the Living Review

Trick or Treat Studios invigorates a decade-old game with a zombie apocalypse theme, enhancing its appeal in the tabletop gaming market.

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 9/30/24

The Essen Spiel showcases innovative board games and adaptations of classics, building excitement among board game enthusiasts.

King of Tokyo Duel Review

King of Tokyo Duel revitalizes the franchise with an engaging two-player format that emphasizes strategy and competitive gameplay.

GrandCon 2024 Recap

GrandCon is thriving with growing attendance and diverse gaming experiences, showcasing its impact on the tabletop gaming community.

Blast Track Review

Blast Track enhances the original Slide Blast by introducing new gameplay mechanics and deeper scoring categories, aiming to attract both old and new players.

Metrorunner Review

Metrorunner combines quick gameplay with strategic job completion and hacking in a captivating cyberpunk setting.

City of the Living Review

Trick or Treat Studios invigorates a decade-old game with a zombie apocalypse theme, enhancing its appeal in the tabletop gaming market.
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#kickstarter

As public perception of AI sours, crowdfunding platforms scramble

The ethical implementation of generative AI in tabletop gaming is a contentious issue, dividing creators and consumers.

Trench Crusade unchains the grimmest, darkest sci-fi miniatures universe

Trench Crusade aims to rejuvenate the tabletop miniatures genre by merging World War I themes with an alternate history and unique artistic styles.

Where to pre-order Mass Effect: The Board Game

Mass Effect: The Board Game is the best adaptation of the franchise focusing on action-oriented, squad-based gameplay since the video game trilogy.

As public perception of AI sours, crowdfunding platforms scramble

The ethical implementation of generative AI in tabletop gaming is a contentious issue, dividing creators and consumers.

Trench Crusade unchains the grimmest, darkest sci-fi miniatures universe

Trench Crusade aims to rejuvenate the tabletop miniatures genre by merging World War I themes with an alternate history and unique artistic styles.

Where to pre-order Mass Effect: The Board Game

Mass Effect: The Board Game is the best adaptation of the franchise focusing on action-oriented, squad-based gameplay since the video game trilogy.
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Flesh and Blood's Jarl Vetreii cards revealed for the first time on Polygon

Flesh and Blood introduces Armory Decks allowing new players to engage with the game easily by providing preconstructed heroes and decks.

WizKids reveals four new Baldur's Gate 3 miniatures

WizKids is expanding their Baldur's Gate 3 miniatures lineup with new characters set to launch in early 2025.

Hellbringer Review

Hellbringer offers a unique blend of dungeon crawler mechanics with card game strategy, reminiscent of the original Diablo experience.
#magic-the-gathering

Magic: The Gathering team says timing is key for upcoming Marvel releases

The Lord of the Rings set for Magic: The Gathering significantly boosted Hasbro's revenue, prompting plans for more high-performing sets annually.

Gen Con's best cosplay was inspired by a 2023 Magic: The Gathering heist

The theft at Gen Con sparked a lighthearted cosplay phenomenon among fans that turned a serious incident into a meme.

Magic: The Gathering team says timing is key for upcoming Marvel releases

The Lord of the Rings set for Magic: The Gathering significantly boosted Hasbro's revenue, prompting plans for more high-performing sets annually.

Gen Con's best cosplay was inspired by a 2023 Magic: The Gathering heist

The theft at Gen Con sparked a lighthearted cosplay phenomenon among fans that turned a serious incident into a meme.
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The Halo Tabletop Wargame Is Up For Preorder At Amazon, Releases This Month

Halo: Flashpoint offers a tactical tabletop experience featuring Halo characters, making it accessible for newcomers while engaging for experienced wargamers.

Aerodome: Rising Horizons Review

Aerodrome: Rising Horizons delivers an engaging two-player aviation combat experience through strategic card play and dynamic actions in a short playtime.

Warhammer 40,000 - Where To Start With Video Games, Books, And Tabletop

Space Marine 2 sets records and attracts new fans to the Warhammer 40K universe.
Warhammer 40,000: The Ultimate Guide is essential for newcomers.

As other TTRPG pubs keep self-sabotaging, Free League is running away with it

Free League Publishing continues to thrive by focusing on supporting existing game lines rather than expanding into new franchises.
#board-game

Gaze Upon The Majesty That Is The Mass Effect Board Game

The original Mass Effect crew reunites for a new board game adventure, accessible and affordable for all players.

Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon Board Game Is Coming West

Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon board game releasing soon for $50.

Gaze Upon The Majesty That Is The Mass Effect Board Game

The original Mass Effect crew reunites for a new board game adventure, accessible and affordable for all players.

Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon Board Game Is Coming West

Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon board game releasing soon for $50.
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#humble-bundle

Get over 30 campaigns and add-ons for Star Trek Adventures with this $25 bundle

The First Edition Star Trek Adventures Collection offers extensive resources for Star Trek gaming and promotes inclusivity through charitable donations.

Get an Atlas-sized bundle of Battletech fiction for just $30

Humble Bundle offers over 130 pieces of Battletech fiction for $30, including novels and official magazine issues.
Readers can explore the universe of Battletech through novels featuring infamous mercenary companies and the aftermath of the Clan invasion.
A smaller $18 bundle with 70 recent Battletech Legends works is available for those who find the larger bundle overwhelming or already own the 2023 collection.

Get over 30 campaigns and add-ons for Star Trek Adventures with this $25 bundle

The First Edition Star Trek Adventures Collection offers extensive resources for Star Trek gaming and promotes inclusivity through charitable donations.

Get an Atlas-sized bundle of Battletech fiction for just $30

Humble Bundle offers over 130 pieces of Battletech fiction for $30, including novels and official magazine issues.
Readers can explore the universe of Battletech through novels featuring infamous mercenary companies and the aftermath of the Clan invasion.
A smaller $18 bundle with 70 recent Battletech Legends works is available for those who find the larger bundle overwhelming or already own the 2023 collection.
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These Edible Gummy Dungeons and Dragons Characters raised over $300,000 on Kickstarter - Yanko Design

Gummyquest is an edible tabletop game with more than 150 characters in 25 different flavors for a unique gaming experience.
The Gummyquest series combines storytelling and food to create a memorable and enjoyable tabletop gaming session with friends and family.

Save Hundreds On Pathfinder And Warhammer Tabletop RPG Bundles

Humble offers two massive tabletop book bundles for Pathfinder 2E and Warhammer Fantasy RPG.
Bundles include starter guides, rulebooks, and bonus materials, suitable for both new and experienced players.

Necromunda designer wants to set the world on fire with Fallout: Factions - Nuka World

Fallout: Factions is a new miniatures skirmish game designed by James Hewitt.
The game is designed to appeal to both non-tabletop gamers and devotees of Fallout: Wasteland Warfare.

How To Get Your Kids Into Dungeons & Dragons Without Worrying About The Rules

D&D has released a new book series called Young Adventurers Guides, aimed at getting kids excited about the game's lore and potential stories.
The books remove the overwhelming game rules and instead focus on the world, characters, and adventures that players can create.
The latest two books in the series are Places & Portals and Characters & Quests, which familiarize readers with D&D's lore and tropes in an accessible way.
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