The Weekly Podcast no.332 – D&D Outsourcing, Paizo Printables, Dune Sells Out and LowLife RPG

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The Weekly Podcast no.327 – No More Citadel, Wolfenstein RPG, More HATE and LowLife RPG

Posted on March 15, 2026 by upturnedtable

The rebranding of Games Workshop’s paint line is happening. Citadel Colour is being phased out and renamed Warhammer Colour. This change is purely for brand alignment, particularly to aid newcomers, as the paint formulas—including Base, Layers, Shades, Technical, and Contrast paints—and pot sizes will remain exactly the same, only with updated branding appearing in stores over the coming months.

Wolfenstein TTRPG (Tabletop Roleplaying Game) is coming from Modiphius. The game will adapt the popular video game IP, specifically focusing on the storylines from Wolfenstein: The New Order and Wolfenstein: The New Colossus. Modiphius, which has a pre-existing relationship with Bethesda for Fallout and Elder Scrolls games, will utilize its 2d20 system for the RPG. The crowdfunding campaign for the game is set to launch on GameFound in Fall 2026, with a sign-up page available for interested parties to follow.

HATE is based on the Chronicles of Hate, a dark fantasy graphic novel series by artist Adrian Smith, known for its intense and visceral artwork. The miniatures being promoted originate from the iconic HATE Board Game, which is centered on brutal combat and conquest. The files are being produced by TitanForge and will be available as STL files.

LowLife is the long-awaited TTRPG based on the DUNGEON DEGENERATES board game, designed to allow players to delve deeper into the degeneracy and world of Würstreich than the board game permits.

Sean Aaberg, the creator, describes it as a “chaotic narrative experience” and an “RPG for people who hate the ‘noble hero’ tropes.” The creator aims to make LowLife their most successful Kickstarter yet, encouraging readers to share the sign-up page and promote the project, which has been in development for decades. The project is described as Grand Theft Auto meets Game of Thrones, and a preview PRIMER E-ZINE with sneak peeks at the character sheet, hex map, and monsters is exclusively available for sign-ups.

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The Weekly Podcast no.324 – Dragonbane: Trudvang, Fallout Mega Bundle, MyMiniFactory Acquires Thingiverse and Ghost in the Shell RPG Again

Posted on February 22, 2026 by upturnedtable

Free League is bringing back the iconic world of Trudvang as a standalone tabletop roleplaying game, *Dragonbane: Trudvang*, which is fully compatible with their current, award-winning edition of *Dragonbane*. The setting, rooted in Nordic mythology, features shadowed woods, dreadful beasts, and endless mystery. The core rulebook will adapt and expand the *Dragonbane* ruleset for the *Trudvang* setting, including new kin, professions, heroic abilities, and unique magic for vitner weavers and dimwalkers. The Kickstarter campaign offers four hardback volumes in Swedish and English, with early access Beta PDFs a few months after the campaign concludes.

Modiphius and Humble Bundle have released a massive Fallout Tabletop Mega Bundle, which includes content for both the *Fallout Tabletop RPG* and the *Fallout: Wasteland Warfare* miniatures skirmish game. The bundle offers over $1k worth of items for $25, with a significant draw being the STL files for miniatures, allowing 3D printing enthusiasts to create various terrain pieces, iconic Bobbleheads, cars, and other items from the Wasteland. Even without a 3D printer, the bundle provides a robust selection of PDF rulebooks, including the RPG Core Rulebook, Settler’s and Wanderer’s Guides, NPC packs, the *Winter of Atom* campaign, and *Wasteland Warfare* expansions like *Liberty Prime*. A portion of the proceeds from the bundle, which has already raised over $14k, supports the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).

MyMiniFactory announced its acquisition of Thingiverse, the world’s oldest and largest 3D printing community, adding it to its family alongside YouMagine. MyMiniFactory’s decade-long focus has been on building a sustainable platform for creators, having paid out over $100 million to designers. The acquisition aims to support the underserved Thingiverse community by providing creators with the necessary tools, support, and business models. As part of MyMiniFactory’s 2025 “SoulCrafted initiative” to protect human creativity from AI-generated content, Thingiverse will now adopt a zero-tolerance stance on AI-generated designs. The platforms will remain independent, and the open sharing culture, including existing free models, will be preserved.

Mantic Games has announced they will be publishing a new *Ghost in the Shell* Tabletop Roleplaying Game in 2026. This new RPG is based solely on the original manga by Shirow Masamune. It features a bespoke design by Alessio Cavatore and Zak Barouh, combining fast-paced, narrative-driven mechanics with the philosophical depth of the source material. The game is set in a near-future world of cybernetics and political intrigue, where players design their own trainee agents in Section 9 and features rules for combat and hacking, a rich armoury of gear, and the first mission, *Lost Patriot*. This is the second *Ghost in the Shell* TTRPG due in the same year, following the crowd-funded *Ghost in the Shell Arise TTRPG* by Mana Project Studio, which is based on the anime.

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The Weekly Podcast no.320 – Corvus Belli 25th, Atlas Games Quits Amazon, D&D Fortnite, Sisters of Battle RPG and Call of Cthulhu Bundle

Posted on January 25, 2026 by upturnedtable

Corvus Belli, the Spanish miniature wargame publisher, is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the industry. Founded in 2001 by three friends, the company began with 15mm scale historical miniatures before launching the 28mm scale ‘Warcrow’ fantasy models in 2002. Their breakthrough came with the 2005 release of the sci-fi skirmish wargame Infinity, which evolved from a modified Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Infinity is notable for its unique rules, including an “active” and “reactive” turn system that keeps both players engaged, a flexible order system, and the use of D20s instead of D6s. The game has since grown through several editions, expansions, and community support like the official Infinity Army web application. Corvus Belli also launched the Infinity Tournament System in 2010 to support competitive play and has continuously pushed the metaplot forward, including the recent Endsong expansion and the new Next Wave faction released in 2025. The company’s expansion has included collaborations like the Infinity tabletop RPG with Modiphius in 2015 and major board games such as Aristeia (2017), Infinity Defiance (2019), and TAG Raid (2021).

Atlas Games co-owner John Nephew announced he is removing all of their products from Amazon’s Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) program due to what he describes as “lousy business partner” practices, including bait and switch promotions and inexplicable storage/shipping fees. To minimize waste and ensure the inventory goes to gamers instead of being destroyed, he is offering to send individual FBA items—including board games, card games like Gloom, the Over the Edge RPG, and accessories—for free to any gamer in the USA. Interested parties can email him their mailing address by the end of January 2026.

The Dungeons & Dragons crossover with Fortnite, which has resulted in a new series of five fan-made, D&D-themed islands created by community creators Chartis and Teravision Games. These islands range from a PvP arena and co-op boss fight to the largest co-op roguelike in Fortnite history, featuring D&D locations like the Yawning Portal and legendary characters like Klauth the dragon. The article writer expresses skepticism about the marketing value of the crossover, questioning its appeal to non-D&D fans and suggesting the focus should be on this year’s actual D&D rulebook release schedule instead of guest appearances in video games.

Lex Ecclesiastica, a free, unofficial Warhammer 40k narrative TTRPG that centers on the all-female Adepta Sororitas, or Sisters of Battle. The game uses the Resistance Toolbox system, which is “built around struggle,” with players juggling core stats like Body, Faith, Authority, Fortune, and Corruption. The game is praised for giving depth to the Sisters of Battle faction, blending the over-the-top violence of the 40k setting with the somber storytelling required for these dogmatic warriors, and it is available for free download on itch.io. The document also mentions a Humble RPG Bundle: So You Wanna Try Out Call of Cthulhu, which offers over 25 books and game aids for the seminal RPG, with proceeds supporting the World Wildlife Fund.

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The Weekly Podcast no.316 – Evil Hat Submissions, Starfinder Galactic Ancestries, Cyberpunk TCG and Fallout RPG Sale

Posted on December 14, 2025 by upturnedtable

Evil Hat Productions has opened submissions for new role-playing games, with a primary focus on titles that utilize the Powered by the Apocalypse, Forged in the Dark, or Powered by Fate systems. They are specifically not publishing 5E material. The company is looking for complete or near-complete game manuscripts between 40,000 and 100,000 words that align with the Evil Hat product lines. They offer full publisher services, including editing, art direction, and public playtesting, and are seeking partners in marketing. Pitches should include a short game description, target audience, setting/tone details, mechanics, and development progress, and should be emailed to submissions@evilhat.com.

Paizo has unveiled *Starfinder Galactic Ancestries*, an upcoming 224-page rulebook for *Starfinder Second Edition*, scheduled for release in April 2026 at an MSRP of $69.95. This expansion will introduce 21 brand new playable alien ancestries, such as the worlanisi, bantrid, and novian, alongside expanded options for existing Starfinder species like Vesk and Shirren. The book also provides Starfinder updates for classic fantasy ancestries including elves, gnomes, and goblins. Additionally, it features the Gap-touched versatile heritage and the xenometric android, allowing players to create robotic versions of any Starfinder alien or human.

A new official Cyberpunk 2077 trading card game, titled *Cyberpunk TCG*, has been announced by CD Projekt Red and Weird Co. A hype trailer was released on December 9th, coinciding with the fifth anniversary of *Cyberpunk 2077*. The game will draw heavily on the aesthetics and characters of both *Cyberpunk 2077* and the *Cyberpunk: Edgerunners* anime, featuring Legends like Jackie Welles and Judy Alvarez, as well as V and Johnny Silverhand. Developed by a team with experience on games like *Marvel Snap* and *Universus*, the TCG is designed to be accessible to new players while offering depth for enthusiasts, with a crowdfunding campaign slated for 2026.

A massive month-long sale is currently running on DriveThruRPG for the *Fallout RPG* line from Modiphius. Customers can save 33% on nearly every title, including the 438-page Core Rulebook, which uses the 2d20 cinematic roleplaying system and draws lore primarily from the Bethesda video games, particularly *Fallout 4*. The sale is an opportunity to acquire core books and expansions, such as the *Gamemaster’s Toolkit*, the *Winter of Atom* campaign, or the *Wanderer’s Guide Book*. Free Quickstart rules are also available for newcomers.

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The Weekly Podcast no.311 – Terra Mystica, Godzilla RPG, Pinball Crawl Classics, Paizo Webstore and Paranoia Minis

Posted on November 9, 2025 by upturnedtable

Steamforged Games announced a significant price reduction (a $101/£74/€88 subsidy) for the Town Founder Pledge of the Terra Mystica Special Edition on Gamefound, lowering the price from $389 to $288, based on community feedback that the original price was too high for the full five-expansion bundle. The campaign is already highly funded.

IDW Games is releasing the first-ever tabletop RPG for the Godzilla franchise, titled Godzilla: The Roleplaying Game. It is being developed by former Warhammer legends Jervis Johnson, Mark Latham, and Gav Thorpe. The game is set in the “Kai-Sei Era” from the IDW comics and focuses on players joining G-Force to stop kaiju attacks. Notably, the system will be completely diceless, using a standard 52-card playing deck for mechanics. A Kickstarter launches in March 2026, with previews at PAX Unplugged.

Pinball Crawl Classics (Goodman Games): Goodman Games has licensed classic 1970s and 1980s pinball machine brands to create Dungeon Crawl Classics (DCC RPG) adventures. The Pinball Crawl Classics boxed set will feature five adventures based on the plots of pinball machines like Gorgar, Centaur, Swords of Fury, Embryon, and Cosmic Gunfight. The product will be offered via crowdfunding in January 2026.

New Paizo Store Launch: Paizo is launching a new e-commerce store powered by Big Commerce, replacing their proprietary system. Paizo.com will go offline at 8 a.m. Pacific on Monday, November 10th, for an expected 2-3 day transition. Users will need to reset their passwords for the new store and verify their payment methods, addresses, downloads, and Paizo Plus reward tiers after the launch.

Paranoia: Five Clones from Alpha Complex (Miniatures Wargame): A preorder announcement for a new tabletop miniatures adventure wargame based on the Paranoia RPG, titled Paranoia: Five Clones from Alpha Complex. It is described as an “uncooperative” game with procedural group play and a Solo Mode, featuring secret societies, mutant powers, and 20 scenarios. Preorders are also open for a related range of Paranoia: Miniatures.

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The Weekly Podcast no.305 – Invincible RPG, Cyberpunk Legends, Fallout RPG Royal Flush and Warhammer Starter Bundle

Posted on September 28, 2025 by upturnedtable

The Invincible RPG Kickstarter, based on the popular comic and animated series, has significantly exceeded its funding goal. It utilizes the Year Zero Engine, known for games like “Tales from the Loop” and “Blade Runner RPG,” aiming to blend superhero action with deep interpersonal relationships. Backers can get a core rulebook, a Starter Set, custom dice trays, and unlock stretch goals like bonus standees and new adventures.

Cyberpunk Legends: Into the Night is a cooperative card game set in Night City, allowing players to experience its history from the “twenty-teens” to the modern age. Players can interact with iconic characters like Johnny Silverhand and Alt Cunningham in their early days. The game features strategic, story-driven gameplay with character classes, expansive campaigns, and high-quality illustrations, designed for quick setup and play without lengthy rules or a DM.

The Fallout RPG: Royal Flush expansion takes players back to the Mojave and New Vegas, drawing inspiration from “Fallout 2” and “Fallout: New Vegas.” This campaign book, set before the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, involves an accelerationist plot to destabilize the Wasteland. It introduces three new character origins (Follower of the Apocalypse, Viper Initiate, and Enclave Remnant) and new rules for desert environments, gambling, and vehicles, offering a level 1-21 campaign.

Gather up your party for endless adventure with our latest tabletop role-playing game collection, Warhammer RPG Starter Bundle by Cubicle7. No two conquests for the Imperium of Man are the same with endless fun ahead. This expansive TTRPG explorer’s kit contains rulebooks, sourcebooks, and campaign resources based in the Warhammer 40,000 universe like Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Soulbound, Warhammer 40;000: Wrath & Glory, Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay, and more. Get everything you need to embark on an epic journey together, and help support Children’s Health Foundation with your purchase.

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The Weekly Podcast no.284 – Unclaimed Treasure, RPG Book Tariffs, Outgunned Superheroes and Chris Perkins Retires

Posted on April 13, 2025April 17, 2025 by upturnedtable

Wizards of the Coast has officially shut down its long-anticipated Sigil Virtual Tabletop (VTT), a project that consumed years of development and significant funding. With the closure came massive layoffs, and Sigil has now been relegated to a minor feature for D&D Beyond subscribers. Despite this, Wizards released the “Unclaimed Treasure Pack” containing two free Mimic-themed digital miniatures for Sigil users. These minis, one hidden and one revealed version of a Mimic, are compatible with the updated 2024 Monster Manual and are free for all D&D Beyond subscribers.

New tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump have created panic in the tabletop publishing industry. While fears grew that RPG books printed abroad might be subject to steep tariffs—especially those from countries like China and Vietnam—many publishers believe that RPG books may remain exempt. T While some publishers confidently categorize certain game components as “books” to avoid tariffs, ultimate decisions rest with U.S. Customs, leaving creators uncertain and anxious.The new trade policies are expected to increase prices across the board for tabletop hobbyists, especially in wargaming. Products from countries like the UK, China, and Spain—key manufacturing hubs for miniatures and painting supplies—will face up to a 54% tariff. Brands like Games Workshop, Corvus Belli, and The Army Painter may pass rising import costs down to consumers. Even hobbyists who 3D print models aren’t immune, as most 3D printing supplies are also imported. The interconnected nature of the industry means everyone in the ecosystem—from game stores to backers of crowdfunding campaigns—will feel the strain. In a twist, Trump announced a partial pause on global tariffs, sparing many countries while dramatically increasing duties on Chinese imports to 125%. This reversal led to a surge in financial markets but did little to restore long-term confidence. The unpredictability of Trump’s trade policy continues to rattle industries reliant on international production. Publishers and manufacturers remain on edge, waiting to see how these measures will play out once shipments start arriving under the new rules.

Two Little Mice has unveiled Outgunned Superheroes, a cinematic RPG inspired by iconic comic book stories and superhero films. The game allows players to become caped crusaders fighting evil in a chaotic world. It’s powered by the Director’s Cut system, which uses unique dice-pool mechanics. A free Quickstart Guide is now available ahead of the crowdfunding campaign set to launch in May. The game can function as a standalone experience or as an expansion to the original Outgunned RPG line.

Chris Perkins, a cornerstone of Dungeons & Dragons design for nearly three decades, has announced his retirement from Wizards of the Coast. Starting in 1997 and rising to Creative Director, Perkins helped shape iconic products like Curse of Strahd and led D&D through its 5th edition golden era. He was also the longtime Dungeon Master for Acquisitions Incorporated. With D&D celebrating its 50th anniversary and a successful new ruleset rollout, Perkins calls this a “fairytale ending” and looks forward to enjoying the game simply as a fan.

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The Weekly LIVE 279 – Ernie Gygax Passes, Horus Heresy RPG, Tunnels & Trolls and Fallout Factions

Posted on March 9, 2025 by upturnedtable

Ernie Gygax Jr., son of Dungeons & Dragons co-creator Gary Gygax, passed away recently after struggling with health issues, as confirmed by his brother Luke. He played a pivotal role in shaping early D&D by participating in its playtesting and contributing to the game’s mechanics. Notably, he introduced the character Tenser, a wizard whose spells have persisted in D&D lore. Gygax Jr. was also the inaugural manager of the Dungeon Hobby Shop and co-published Gygax Magazine, while later helping establish the third venture of TSR. His death serves as a significant loss to the tabletop role-playing game community.

While Gygax Jr. made critical contributions to D&D’s development, his later years were marred by controversy. After leaving Gygax Magazine due to legal disputes, he became involved in discussions promoting the new TSR, which included instances of disparaging remarks regarding race and gender. His comments led to backlash and subsequent distancing from the second TSR. Despite the controversies, Luke Gygax highlighted his brother’s commitment to mentoring young gamers, showcasing Ernie’s approachable nature and encouragement toward those new to the gaming world.

Cubicle 7 announced the development of a new tabletop RPG set during the Horus Heresy, slated for release in 2026. This significant event in Warhammer 40K lore marks a defining civil war within the Space Marine legions. Players will adopt two characters: a primary Consul in a Space Marine corps and a secondary character with a specialized role, allowing for dynamic gameplay by swapping between characters as needed. Pre-orders for the core rulebook and starter kit are expected to open in the summer of 2026, promising an engaging experience steeped in the rich narrative of the Warhammer universe.

Tunnels & Trolls (T&T) is set to make a notable return in 2025, reintroducing players to a fantasy world populated by trolls—enigmatic creatures formed from earth and rock. Legends tell that these trolls can awaken from their slumber when darkness envelops them, and historical narratives reveal that ancient kingdoms collapsed when trolls roamed the land. Under the guidance of innovative game designers Scott Malthouse and Chris Bissette, T&T aims to merge classic roleplaying elements with new mechanics, ensuring quick and exciting combat experiences. The reimagined edition will cater to all types of gamers, offering options for solo play, one-shot adventures, or detailed campaigns.

Modiphius has released the Fallout: Factions Core Rulebook, expanding on the skirmish-level wargame that allows players to control Wastelander warbands vying for dominance in the Fallout universe. This core rulebook provides comprehensive gameplay instructions, introduces a variety of iconic factions, and outlines an intricate campaign system. Players can explore rich scenarios and character options while engaging with the game’s evolving narrative. With these updates, both Tunnels & Trolls and Fallout: Factions aim to provide immersive and accessible tabletop experiences for players.

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