UK-based tabletop RPG publisher Rowan, Rook and Decard have announced their decision to forgo an in-person presence at Gen Con 2025. The creators of critically acclaimed games like Heart, Spire, and Eat the Reich cited growing concerns over the safety of international travel into the United States as the primary reason for their withdrawal. In [&he
Free League Publishing Releases Elven Expansion for The One Ring™ RPG and 5E
Prepare to delve deeper into the ethereal beauty and ancient power of Middle-earth’s Elven realms! Free League Publishing has just released two new expansions that promise to enrich your experiences in both The One Ring roleplaying game and its 5E counterpart, Lord of the Rings Roleplaying. Get ready to explore the fading twilight of the [&he
WORST CASE GETS WORSE: China Tariffs Skyrocket to 104%, Hitting Games and Merch Hard
Just when businesses thought the trade situation couldn’t get more challenging, it did. In a dramatic escalation, an executive order issued Tuesday has raised U.S. tariffs on many goods imported from China to a staggering 104%, effective starting today, Wednesday, April 9th. This represents a massive jump from the already high 54% rate establ
RPG Publishers Breathe a Sigh of Relief (For Now): Are Books Exempt From Trump’s Tariffs?
The recent wave of tariffs announced by the Trump administration has sent shockwaves through the tabletop gaming industry, leaving publishers scrambling to assess the potential impact on their businesses. With tariffs reaching as high as 54% on goods from China and 46% from Vietnam, many feared the worst. However, a glimmer of hope has [&hel
Game Manufacturers Association Draws Line: Opposes Devastating Trade Tariffs
The rumble of economic warfare has reached the tabletop gaming industry, and the Game Manufacturers Association (GAMA) is not backing down. They’ve issued a resounding opposition to the United States’ recently imposed 54% tariff on Chinese goods, warning of dire consequences for the entire US tabletop market. GAMA Stands Firm Aga