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3 out of 5 rating for The Strange Corebook The Strange promises new experiences and exploration. However, as presented in the core book, the game is not focused on that sort of play, instead emphasizing intrigue between a small number of worlds. Additionally, the Cypher System is not the best...

5 out of 5 rating for Curse of the Crimson Throne Adventure Path Curse of the Crimson Throne is a masterwork adventure, weaving extensive thematic components throughout, effectively using memorable NPCs, expertly working PCs into the larger story in significant (but level-appropriate) ways, and...

4 out of 5 rating for Tales from the Yawning Portal Tales from the Yawning Portal has a few truly good adventures (such as the early 3E adventures from Bruce Cordell and Keith Baker), a lot of nostalgia (such as Gary Gygax penned adventures from the late 70s), and one that might be both (Dead...

4 out of 5 rating for Corporia Corporia’s strength is in its distinctive setting and the built-in campaign plot. The mechanics are basic and very much take a back seat to the presentation of the setting. Corporia is ideally suited to a short, discreet campaign where the PCs engage in a little...

5 out of 5 rating for Volo’s Guide to Monsters Volo’s Guide to Monsters provides a deeper look for continuing D&D players – a deeper roster for the DM, a deeper insight into common foes, and a deeper selection pool for players who want to go beyond the (admittedly already expansive) character...

5 out of 5 rating for D&D 5th Edition Monster Manual Overall, the Monster Manual should be a welcome addition to the bookshelf. It is, of course, a critical component of the GM’s arsenal. But it also looks great overall, has great art, reads great, and is just overloaded with monsters. It’s...

5 out of 5 rating for Curse of Strahd Curse of Strahd goes for a significantly different feel from a standard D&D campaign, and it’s right on the money – creepiness abounds, with locations and characters who just drip gothic horror. Groups that hate being “railroaded” will love the sandbox...