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TTRPGs are being caught in a crossfire of corporate safety and digital regulation. With Kickstarter regressing on adult content, we examine the impact on creators like Phoenix Grey and the growing barriers for indie publishers in the UK. geeknative.com/234949/the-cro…

The battle for the anime high street has begun. Forbidden Planet is launching exclusive Chainsaw Man merchandise while Zavvi counters with massive price drops. Fans must now choose between the exclusive designs and savings on seasonal collectables. geeknative.com/234850/ani-may…

Glasgow is set to host a brand-new, publicly funded roleplaying festival this July. The free two-day event focuses on community, mental health, and introducing newcomers to the hobby. Learn more about the lineup and team behind it. geeknative.com/235105/glasgow…

The architects of the last decade have left and the servers are scheduled for sunset. Our investigation into the Ayoub Doctrine reveals why the transition to 5.5e might mean you never actually own a copy of D&D 6. geeknative.com/234958/the-dd-…

Matt Dinniman has launched A Parade of Horribles but the release is overshadowed by a bitter split. Labelling Will Jordan an edgelord douchebag the author is purging past cameos as the series heads to Peacock. geeknative.com/234969/a-parad…

From Undaunted to the sale block. Osprey Games is pivoting away from boxed board games to focus on its wargaming and roleplaying roots. We look at the corporate restructure and potential buyers for one of the industrys most respected catalogues. geeknative.com/234855/the-fut…

Osprey exits board games, Daniel D. Fox warns of legal action, and Free League lands Stormbringer. Get the full scoop on this week's tabletop roleplaying game news and exclusive creator interviews. geeknative.com/235078/routine…

New reports link veteran figure Ken Whitman to the controversial MITTGI project. As lead collaborators resign and industry icons demand their data be purged, the community faces a major test of digital ethics and historical accuracy. geeknative.com/234762/rolepla…

London becomes a physical anime hub this month as Forbidden Planet and Crunchyroll establish an Ani-May culture corridor. From exclusive Southwark apparel to Greenwich cinema rewatches, the high street is embracing the horror of Chainsaw Man. geeknative.com/234850/ani-may…

The search for June's RPG Publisher Spotlight continues. Throughout May, we are collecting your votes to decide which independent studio deserves the spotlight. Support the builders of culture and cast your vote before the month ends. geeknative.com/233734/help-in…

Your sanity is a fragile resource. Equip yourself with the complete Delta Green roleplaying games collection. From core rules to reality bending campaigns, this digital library prepares you for the ultimate unnatural threat. geeknative.com/234766/step-in…

Titmouse is bringing a punk energy to RPGs with the debut of Draw Your Weapons on Prime this June. The art-first series features industry icons like Luke Gygax and uses live drawing to bring the tabletop chaos to life in a way we have not seen before. geeknative.com/234966/titmous…

Kickstarter is clutching its pearls again. New bans on sexual pleasure rewards signal a regressive shift for tabletop creators. We investigate how payment processor pressure and the UK age-gate apocalypse are creating a perfect storm for indie RPGs. geeknative.com/234949/the-cro…

The tide is turning on this nautical Kickstarter. Secure your copy of the Captain Log and Map Folio before the campaign concludes. geeknative.com/233297/pirates…

Time is running out to secure your copy of the tabletop roleplaying game One of Us Will Die. The funding period ends soon, so check out the available pledge tiers before the campaign closes completely. geeknative.com/232894/one-of-…

Only a short time remains to secure the legendary loot boxes for the Dungeon Crawler Carl roleplaying game. The campaign ends on May 15 and certain tiers are already selling out. Don't be left in the tutorial floors. geeknative.com/232294/dungeon…

The starship is preparing for its final jump. You only have until tomorrow to back Traveller 5E on BackerKit. Secure your metal slipcase editions and exclusive miniatures before the funding window closes completely on May 15th. geeknative.com/230763/travell…

The gold ENNIE-winning BREAK!! roleplaying game receives a major expansion with START. This 200-page volume focuses on exploration and teamwork, featuring content originally intended for the massive core rulebook. geeknative.com/234665/break-s…

Free League Publishing has released the expanded hardback of Karl Druid psychedelic acid western roleplaying game Frontier Scum. The updated edition adds nineteen new backgrounds and optional gun hand rules to the unreal Lost Frontier. geeknative.com/234861/free-le…

Bloomsbury is selling the Osprey Games board game line to refocus on RPGs and wargames. The industry heavyweight is doubling down on books while seeking a new home for its award-winning boxed titles. See what this means for your favourite games. geeknative.com/234855/the-fut…