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Dread is one of the most immersive horror RPGs ever made—no dice, no stats, just a Jenga tower keeping your fate in balance. Every pull heightens the tension, every wobble is a heartbeat skipped, and when the tower falls… well, you won’t like what happens. Is this 2006 indie classic still...

If you’re a Tolkien fan and love TTRPGs, The One Ring Starter Set is an absolute gem! From the moment I first played D&D in 2016, Middle-earth has been a huge influence on my worldbuilding and storytelling. But I never actually played in Tolkien’s world—until now! This Starter Set, published by...

This week, we’re diving into three incredible TTRPGs, each bringing something fresh to the table! Whether you’re looking for cozy storytelling, mystical forests, or cinematic adventure, there’s something here for everyone. Riverbank – Ever wanted to attend tea parties, navigate polite animal...

Travel back to 16th-century England with Maelstrom, the overlooked classic RPG that blends historical realism with dangerous combat and freeform magic! ⚔️📜 Originally released in 1984, Maelstrom was ahead of its time, offering a brutal wound system, a creative magic mechanic, and an open-ended...

The 2024 edition of #DungeonsandDragons is finally here! With the digital release of the Monster Manual, we now have the full lineup of core books, and I’ve taken a deep dive into each of them. This isn’t a review - think of it as my first impressions from someone who’s played 5e for almost a...

Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you're spending today with your special someone or rolling dice and slaying dragons, we hope you have an amazing time! And speaking of love, we're in love with some incredible new TTRPGs released in the past two weeks! Retrograde – A retrofuturist, investigative...

Our latest episode of Titans of the Local Community features none other than David Irimia, indie game developer, designer of the upcoming indie TTRPG Questguard, good friend of the blog and all around awesome fellow. Available on Spotify and on the blog as a transcript. Titans of the Local...

How much do rules really matter in a TTRPG? In his latest article, Horia Marchean takes a deep dive into this question, reflecting on his own evolution as a GM. Once a firm believer that "system does matter," his perspective shifted after a period of GM burnout, a break from running games, and a...

Step into the world of Avatar Legends and embark on your own bending adventure! 🌊🔥🌏🌪️ This TTRPG brings the magic of Avatar: The Last Airbender to life with fast-paced storytelling, dynamic battles, and deep character growth. But how does it hold up for long-term campaigns? And does the game’s...

🎲 Random tables or narrative control - what makes a better TTRPG experience? OSR games embrace chaos with dice-driven storytelling, while FATE, PbtA, and Blades in the Dark give players more control. D&D 5e finds a middle ground, but are we losing the thrill of the unexpected? In our latest...

🚀 Big Milestone & Exciting New TTRPGs! 🎲 First off—a huge THANK YOU! 🙌 RPG Gazette just hit 7,500 views in a little over two months! 🎉 That’s an amazing birthday gift, and I’m beyond grateful for all your support. This project has grown faster than I ever expected, and I promise to keep...

Step into the Shadowdark, where torches burn in real-time, monsters stalk the depths, and survival is never guaranteed! This OSR-inspired TTRPG blends classic dungeon-crawling tension with modern, streamlined mechanics, making every delve a race against the dark. But does it have enough depth...

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Rewards in tabletop RPGs go far beyond just gold and magic items, they shape the story, reinforce gameplay mechanics, and influence player behavior. Each game has its own unique way of rewarding players, whether it's D&D’s treasure-filled adventures, OSR's XP-for-gold system, or Vampire: The...

It’s a very creative season in the landscape of TTRPG, something for every kind of tabletop adventurer. From the strategic twists of SAKE with an amalgamation of economics and fantasy to the drama of swashbuckling in Sword Opera, innovative ideas are in ample supply. Meanwhile, Realis is pushing...