Future of D&D Keynote Speech at GenCon

Morrus · Jun 28, 2012

Wizards of the Coast will be hosting the first-ever keynote address at Gen Con on Thursday, August 16 to share with D&D fans what’s in store for the game that has changed gaming forever. Speakers include President and CEO of Wizards Greg Leeds, Senior Manager for D&D Research and Design, Mike Mearls and some of the greatest creative minds in the industry. The keynote begins at 7:00 pm in the 500 Ballroom of the Indianapolis Convention Center and will be live-streamed at DungeonsandDragons.com/events.

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Lalato · Jun 28, 2012

Info on D&D Next at GenCon...

Looks like there will be some announcements at GenCon this year. Well, announcements is probably a bit leading... more like a celebration of what's coming with what I hope is more info on the new edition.

If I hadn't broken my leg and used up my vacation time, I would get myself to GenCon this year. Should be fun.

Here's the info from the GenCon Newsletter today...

The Future of Dungeons & Dragons

Calling all heroes, your presence is required! Join us for an unprecedented look into the future of Dungeons & Dragons, including the evolution of the game, the re-birth of a fantasy setting and the next generation of art.

Wizards of the Coast is proud to host the first-ever keynote address at Gen Con on Thursday, August 16 to share with D&D fans what’s in store for the game that has changed gaming forever. Speakers include President and CEO of Wizards Greg Leeds, Senior Manager for D&D Research and Design, Mike Mearls and some of the greatest creative minds in the industry. The keynote begins at 7:00 pm in the 500 Ballroom of the Indianapolis Convention Center and will be live-streamed at DungeonsandDragons.com/events.

For more information or to register for this event, click here. Note: A valid Gen Con Indy 2012 badge is required to register.

GX.Sigma · Jun 28, 2012

Probably a big transparency and hype PR thing; I don't think they're in any position to make a big announcement yet.

Hopefully there'll be a Q&A. We should find out who from around here is going, and have them ask questions on our behalves.

pogre · Jun 28, 2012

Lalato said:
Looks like there will be some announcements at GenCon this year. Well, announcements is probably a bit leading... more like a celebration of what's coming with what I hope is more info on the new edition.

If I hadn't broken my leg and used up my vacation time, I would get myself to GenCon this year. Should be fun.

Here's the info from the GenCon Newsletter today...

Heard about the bad break! Save your pennies and I'll meet you there in a couple of years. This year and next the Con is too late for poor ole' school teachers like me.

Glad to hear you are excited about 5th/next - us too!

I think the impatience for the next playtest also indicates a lot of folks are enthused or at least highly interested in the latest D&D.

Lalato · Jun 28, 2012

pogre said:
Heard about the bad break! Save your pennies and I'll meet you there in a couple of years. This year and next the Con is too late for poor ole' school teachers like me.

Glad to hear you are excited about 5th/next - us too!

I think the impatience for the next playtest also indicates a lot of folks are enthused or at least highly interested in the latest D&D.

Sounds like a plan. And if I find myself anywhere near Shampoo-Banana, I'll be sure to swing by for a game or three.

Herschel · Jun 28, 2012

They're also rolling out the new minis skirmish game this year, but while I'm going I won't be partaking of any of those events. I gave up skirmishing after the last WotC sponsered Championships.

It's kind of hard to do everything you want at Gen Con as it is.