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DDO Players News Episode 348- The One With Lanterns Crossbows And Sabertooth

Posted by on Oct 19, 2024

  This week we discuss update 70, Crossbows Changes, Cormyr, Lanterns in the Mist, and much more! 0:00 Start 00:38 Update 69.4 Release Notes 02:02 Update 69.4.1 Release Notes...

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DDO Players News Episode 349 – Giving Thanks To The McRib Of DDO

Posted by on Nov 27, 2024

  This week we talk Black Friday Sales, Year Of The Dragon Gift, And Nosferatu Popcorn??   Audio Only Listen And Download Link...

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Middle-earth Comes to D&D Beyond: Lord of the Rings Roleplaying is Here

Posted by on Nov 27, 2024

  J.R.R. Tolkien’s iconic world of Middle-earth has expanded its reach into the digital realm. Free League’s acclaimed Lord of the Rings Roleplaying is now...

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Tabletop Games

Winter is Coming… and It’s Bringing the Undead!

Posted by on Dec 18, 2024

  Get ready to shiver and shake, because CMON is about to unleash a frosty, undead nightmare upon the world! Zombicide: White Death is coming to chill your bones this January,...

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Winter is Coming… and It’s Bringing the Undead!

Winter is Coming… and It’s Bringing the Undead!

Dec 18, 2024

  Get ready to shiver and shake, because CMON is about to unleash a frosty, undead nightmare upon the world! Zombicide: White Death is coming to chill your bones this January, and it’s bringing a whole new level of wintery terror to the Zombicide universe. A Frozen Hell Set in the icy city of Wintergrad, this standalone expansion (and sequel to Zombicide:...

You Think You Can Outwit, Outplay, Outlast… From Your Couch?! The Survivor Card Game Coming Next Year

You Think You Can Outwit, Outplay, Outlast… From Your Couch?! The Survivor Card Game Coming Next Year

Dec 17, 2024

  Ever yelled at your TV because someone made a boneheaded move on Survivor? Ever dreamed of forming your own alliance, finding a hidden immunity idol, and blindsiding your tribemates (in a totally friendly, game-night kind of way)? Well, gather ’round, superfans, because your prayers have been answered! Get ready to ditch the jungle grime and bug...

Warhammer 40,000 TV Series Officially in Development at Amazon

Warhammer 40,000 TV Series Officially in Development at Amazon

Dec 12, 2024

  Henry Cavill’s Sci-Fi Dream Takes Shape Exactly two years after Amazon Studios acquired the global rights to the iconic Warhammer 40,000 universe, the long-awaited adaptation is finally moving forward. A TV series is now officially in development, marking the first step in building a sprawling cinematic universe.     A Universe of...

A Very Critical Role Christmas: Winter’s Crest Album

A Very Critical Role Christmas: Winter’s Crest Album

Dec 11, 2024

  Critical Role has just dropped their highly anticipated holiday album, Winter’s Crest. This 11-track musical journey through the beloved worlds of Exandria is filled with festive cheer, heartwarming melodies, and plenty of in-universe references to the adventures of Vox Machina, the Mighty Nein, and the Bells Hells.   A Yuletide Treat for Fans...

Escape from Planet Hulk: A New Marvel Multiverse RPG Starter Set

Escape from Planet Hulk: A New Marvel Multiverse RPG Starter Set

Dec 11, 2024

  Marvel is gearing up to release a new starter set for its Marvel Multiverse Role-Playing Game in January 2025. Escape from Planet Hulk offers a streamlined introduction to the game, perfect for both new and experienced roleplayers.     What’s Inside the Box? This comprehensive starter set includes everything you need to dive into the...

A New Dawn for Middle-earth: Free League Announces Expansions for The One Ring and The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying

A New Dawn for Middle-earth: Free League Announces Expansions for The One Ring and The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying

Dec 11, 2024

  Free League Publishing is set to transport fans of J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary world back to the Third Age with two exciting new supplements for their beloved role-playing games, The One Ring and The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying (5E). These supplements, Realms of the Three Rings and Keepers of the Elven-Rings, respectively, will be released on...

DDO Players News Episode 349 – Giving Thanks To The McRib Of DDO

DDO Players News Episode 349 – Giving Thanks To The McRib Of DDO

Nov 27, 2024

  This week we talk Black Friday Sales, Year Of The Dragon Gift, And Nosferatu Popcorn??   Audio Only Listen And Download Link http://subvertedmadness.com/ddo/playersnews/DPN349.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (57.5MB)   YouTube Watch Links     Game News Black Friday Sales Have Arrived! The latest Year of the Dragon gift is...

A Ghoulish Delight: Regal Cinemas Unveils the Nosferatu Popcorn Sarcophagus

A Ghoulish Delight: Regal Cinemas Unveils the Nosferatu Popcorn Sarcophagus

Nov 27, 2024

  Is this the final nail in the coffin of the popcorn bucket wars? Regal Cinemas has outdone themselves with their latest macabre masterpiece: the Nosferatu Popcorn Sarcophagus. This gothic vessel, priced at a chilling $30.99 (or a mere $25.99 for the empty casket), is the perfect accessory for your next horror movie night.  The Nosferatu box will be on...

Middle-earth Comes to D&D Beyond: Lord of the Rings Roleplaying is Here

Middle-earth Comes to D&D Beyond: Lord of the Rings Roleplaying is Here

Nov 27, 2024

  J.R.R. Tolkien’s iconic world of Middle-earth has expanded its reach into the digital realm. Free League’s acclaimed Lord of the Rings Roleplaying is now available on D&D Beyond, bringing this immersive TTRPG experience to a wider audience. A Tolkien-Inspired Twist on D&D This adaptation of The One Ring system offers a unique take on...

Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft: Heir of Strahd New Book Coming

Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft: Heir of Strahd New Book Coming

Nov 1, 2024

  A Terrifying New Journey Awaits Prepare to delve into the gothic horror of Ravenloft once more! Ravenloft: Heir of Strahd is a thrilling new Dungeons & Dragons novel that promises to chill your blood and ignite your imagination.     A Mysterious Invitation A motley crew of five unlikely heroes finds themselves trapped in the mist-shrouded...

Necromancer Patron’s Coffer First Look

Necromancer Patron’s Coffer First Look

Oct 31, 2024

Drac takes a look at all the offerings from the Necromancer Coffers. Notice – I did not look at the Glamered Weapon Aura or the Harvesting Sickle (cosmetic weapon).       *Note A code was provided to Drac from Standing Stone Games.  ...

ElfQuest RPG Kickstarter Soars to Success

ElfQuest RPG Kickstarter Soars to Success

Oct 31, 2024

    A Rapid Rise The ElfQuest RPG Kickstarter campaign has taken the gaming community by storm, reaching its funding goal in an astonishingly short time—just 10 minutes! This incredible achievement has quickly propelled the campaign past its initial target, unlocking a series of exciting stretch goals.     A Nostalgic Return Based on the...

Dive into the Depths of R’lyeh: New Arkham Horror: The Card Game Expansions Announced

Dive into the Depths of R’lyeh: New Arkham Horror: The Card Game Expansions Announced

Oct 31, 2024

  Prepare to submerge yourself in the Lovecraftian horror of R’lyeh with the upcoming expansions for Arkham Horror: The Card Game. Fantasy Flight Games has unveiled exciting new content that will take your investigative skills to the depths of the ocean.       The Drowned City Campaign Expansion In this thrilling campaign, you and your...

WizKids to Release ‘D&D Onslaught: Ancient Construct’ for Retail

WizKids to Release ‘D&D Onslaught: Ancient Construct’ for Retail

Oct 31, 2024

  WizKids is excited to announce the upcoming release of Dungeons & Dragons Onslaught: Expansion – Ancient Construct. This new version of the iconic figure and its variations will be available for retail purchase in December 2024. Originally released as a Storyline Organized Play Pack, the Ancient Construct has captivated players with its unique design...

Toys “R” Us is Back! A New Era of Fun Opens in Suburban Chicago

Toys “R” Us is Back! A New Era of Fun Opens in Suburban Chicago

Oct 31, 2024

    A Nostalgic Return Get ready to relive your childhood dreams! Toys “R” Us, the iconic toy retailer, has made a triumphant return to the Chicago area with a brand-new standalone store. Located in the bustling Harlem Irving Plaza in Norridge, this 10,000-square-foot wonderland is a haven for kids (and kids at heart).   A Grand...

Hasbro’s Magic: The Gathering and D&D: A Deep Dive into Q3 2024 Results

Hasbro’s Magic: The Gathering and D&D: A Deep Dive into Q3 2024 Results

Oct 25, 2024

  Despite the highly anticipated release of the 2024 Player’s Handbook, Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) appears to be struggling to make a significant impact on Hasbro’s bottom line. While the 2024 Player’s Handbook, along with the upcoming Dungeon Master’s Guide, is shaping up to be a hit for Wizards of the Coast, it seems to have...

Cormyr Server Launch: A Rocky Start

Cormyr Server Launch: A Rocky Start

Oct 24, 2024

  Standing Stone Games’ highly anticipated launch of the Dungeons & Dragons Online Cormyr server didn’t go as smoothly as planned. Despite being the game’s first-ever 64-bit server, the launch was plagued by technical issues that forced multiple server outages.     Initial Problems The server’s debut for VIP players...

DDO Players News Episode 348- The One With Lanterns Crossbows And Sabertooth

DDO Players News Episode 348- The One With Lanterns Crossbows And Sabertooth

Oct 19, 2024

  This week we discuss update 70, Crossbows Changes, Cormyr, Lanterns in the Mist, and much more! 0:00 Start 00:38 Update 69.4 Release Notes 02:02 Update 69.4.1 Release Notes 03:14 Update 70 Lanterns in the Mist/Crossbow Changes/Lanterns Event Talk 44:59 Cormyr Arrives on Wednesday, October 23rd 49:24 Store Sales 51:53 Greyhawk Returns in 2024 Dungeon...

Greyhawk Returns in 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide for D&D’s 50th Anniversary

Greyhawk Returns in 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide for D&D’s 50th Anniversary

Oct 18, 2024

  A Classic Setting Takes Center Stage Dungeons & Dragons fans, get ready for a nostalgic journey! The iconic campaign setting of Greyhawk is making a triumphant return in the upcoming 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide. As D&D celebrates its 50th anniversary, the original setting created by Gary Gygax will take center stage, offering DMs a wealth...

Fighting Fantasy Books Returns To U.S. Markets

Fighting Fantasy Books Returns To U.S. Markets

Oct 18, 2024

  Adventure Awaits as Steve Jackson Games Brings Iconic Gamebooks Back Get ready to embark on epic quests once again as Fighting Fantasy makes its triumphant return to the U.S. markets! The beloved series of solo adventure gamebooks, originally created by Sir Ian Livingstone and Steve Jackson, is set to captivate a new generation of readers and fans....