10 Minute Tabletop News

The Discworld TTRPG Kickstarter campaign has concluded, raising an impressive $2.9 million, with late pledges still open. While it didn't surpass record-breaking campaigns like Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere RPG, it's a huge success likely to spark future expansions. Other TTRPG news includes Walmart teaming up with WizKids to sell exclusive D&D mini bundles online, perfect for holiday shopping....

Hasbro's quarterly earnings meeting where the mixed bag of news for Wizards of the Coast has been revealed, with strong D&D book sales but a drop in digital revenue. The chilling new Ravenloft novel Heir of Strahd by Delilah S. Dawson is previewed, giving a haunting look at an adventure in Barovia set for release in April 2025. Meanwhile, Starfinder 2E playtests its level 10 content with Empir...

This week, we chat about the MÖRK BORG video game adaptation, "Mork Borg Heresy Supreme," set to launch via Kickstarter on October 1. We also dive into Wizards of the Coast's big win with the 2024 Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook, which has become the fastest-selling book in D&D history. Plus, we talk about WotC’s search for a new Senior Brand Publicity Manager following Greg Tito’s de...

Critical Role's Daggerheart is now available for pre-order, with two editions set to release in Spring 2025. Meanwhile, D&D fans in Australia and New Zealand are frustrated as the 2024 Player's Handbook alternate covers are severely undersupplied, with many pre-orders being canceled. Hero Forge has launched an exciting new Kitbashing feature, allowing Pro users to create more customize...

Greg Tito bids farewell to Wizards of the Coast to embrace a government role in Washington, stirring social media with candid comments about his move. Meanwhile, the D&D 2024 Player's Handbook is already receiving updates and corrections in its digital format, addressing community feedback on spells and character mechanics. On another note, Dropout's Misfits & Magic gears up for a...

This week, Hasbro is issuing copyright strikes against YouTubers reviewing the new Dungeons & Dragons Player's Handbook, sparking controversy; Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere RPG Kickstarter is breaking records, with millions raised in its first hours; WotC's virtual tabletop, Project Sigil, received mixed reviews after a GenCon demo; Free League announced a second edition of the Alien...

This week we cover Moonbeam, a new live streaming platform that's crowdfunding on BackerKit, designed to rival Twitch with AI moderation tools and a promise of 100% revenue for creators. Major tabletop names like Kobold Press and Green Ronin Games are already on board. We also delve into the controversy sparked by the new book "The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons 1970-1977,&quot...

This week's we’re talking about "Flee, Mortals!" from MCDM, has launched on D&D Beyond. Could the success of the DnD Beyond marketplace impact third party publishers striking out on their own with new TTRPG systems? The virtual tabletop platform, One More Multiverse, is shutting down. D&D announced new content for its 2024 Player's Handbook and Dungeon Master’s Guide, inc...

This week, how playing Dungeons & Dragons could positively impact your mental health according to a recent study published in Games for Health. Learn about the big shakeup at Asmodee as it splits from its parent company Embracer Group, inheriting debt. Plus, get ready for Roll20's new integration with Discord. Lastly Find Familiar Spirits' newest whiskey inspired by Critical Role's...

This week Kobold Press' Tome of Beasts, launches on D&D Beyond. The updated Tome of Beasts on D&D Beyond offers streamlined mechanics, new monster art, and improved organization for easy reference. Lego has released a 3,745-piece D&D set called "Red Dragon’s Tale," complete with its own playable one-shot adventure. This collaboration highlights D&D's growing popul...

This week we talk about Hasbro and their AI experiments. The announcement of a new survival farming D&D open world game. Wizards of the Coast embraces professional Dungeon Masters. Find the podcast here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-minute-tabletop-news/id1668590562 If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/totalpartychill Editing...

This week we chat about Wizard of the Coast being more collaborative in partnerships and licensing deals after Hasbro losses in Q4 earnings call. D&D goes Off-Broadway*. EN World Morrus reveals the rise and fall of Evil Genius Games. Youtube brings Tabletop Roleplaying games mainstream. The Legend in the Mist crushes their crowdfunding goals. D&D is finally releasing a high level adventure...

This past week was full of AI fiasco's. With a false accusation against Wizards of the Coast, Terminator RPG pulling ai art (the irony), and Several Redditors accusing some creators on DriveThruRPG of producing ai art, unlabeled. MCDM also had the highest success out of any Backerkit to date! Plus updates on the D&D Streaming service! If you'd like to support the podcast head over to o...

Hasbro lays off 20% of their staff. MCDM breaks their crowdfunding record. Hasbro announces two new video games, one with a new IP and the other set in the world of D&D. Baldur's Gate 3 wins multiple awards.

2024 is the year of TTRPG launches. Daggerheart, MCDM, D&D Update, and more! Wrath and Glory gets a starter set that might get a nice boost after Rogue Trader releases. Legends of Avantris has record breaking kickstarter. Get $10 off your first game on StartPlaying when you sign up for a new account with this link - https://startplaying.games/referral/ck90w2cdc0166bopk2h8f2mw5 Find the podcast...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. The future of D&D and TTRPGs estimated TAM from Chris Cox. D&D Beyond launches it's first 3rd party product, Baldur's Gate draws new interests into D&D and makes more money for Hasbro then their films. If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/totalpartychill -------- F...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. D&D faces backlash after AI art was discovered in their latest book release. GenCon has 2nd best attendance. Over $300,000 worth of Magic the Gathering Cards stolen from GenCon vendor floor. Darrington Press's new game gets early praise. The D&D Movie franchise faces obstacles for a sequal. Starfinder 2e is announced. Post Mal...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. Dimension 20 announces new season with Hank Green and playing Kids on Bikes from Hunters Entertainment. Wizards of the Coast announces Planescape box set release, with critics warning of lack luster delivery similar to Spelljammer. Backerkit exists their closed beta, and is now officially competing against Kickstarter. If you'd like t...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. The One Ring Card Magic the Gatherings Tales of Middle Earth has been found! D&D will stop direct sales of their books without bundles in an effort to grow D&D Beyond. Kickstarter is moving away from the hype of crypto and blockchain as they try to win back the community. If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our P...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. The new Tales of Middle Earth Magic the Gathering set is bringing new players to the game, Gloomhaven has notable crowdfunding for their TTRPG, and Tales of Valiant crosses 1 million dollars for new D&D Competitor. If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/totalpartychill -------- For...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. Dimension 20 announces new season featuring some of the biggest drag stars. The anti-woke NuTSR files for bankruptcy. Paizo announces another video game in Vampire Survivor style. If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/totalpartychill -------- For more actual plays, reviews, giveaways,...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. Twitch tries to get more of the pie with new changes, and walks them back. These changes would have had a massive impact on Critical Role. Foundry VTT announces an exclusive TTRPG, called Crucible. Paizo workers ratify first contract. If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/totalpartychi...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. Critical Role snags two wins this week. First with huge viewership on Candela Obscura, and growth of the game being played on StartPlaying. CR also surprised everyone with a Nintendo Sectioned Zelda one-shot, is Nintendo going to enter the TTRPG space? Last, Pathfinder moves further away from D&D lore and the OGL be removing Drow whol...

Here are the biggest TTRPG stories and industry news from the past week. Wizards of the Coast announces price increases for D&D Books, Kobold Press is within throwing distance of a million dollar crowdfunding campaign, and Magical Girl TTRPG Girl by Moonlight smashes through crowdfunding goal. If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/totalpart...

Here are the biggest TTRPG news stories from the past week. Hasbro is launching a 24/7 D&D Streaming Service with a terrible name, King Kong & Pacific Rim TTRPG launch, Kobold Press Announces Kickstarter launch date. Find the podcast here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/10-minute-tabletop-news/id1668590562 If you'd like to support the podcast head over to our Patreon - https://...