Mar 30, 2018

  An illustrated guide to the history and evolution of the beloved role-playing game told through the paintings, sketches, illustrations, and visual ephemera behind its creation, evolution, and continued popularity.     Dungeons and Dragons is the most iconic and pervasive gaming franchise in the world. It is a seminal RPG (role-playing game) and...

Mar 28, 2018

  This week we go off the rails, in the most of epic of manners.   Audio Only Listen And Download Link http://subvertedmadness.com/ddo/playersnews/DPN172.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (75.5MB)   YouTube Watch Links   Game News Scheduled Server Downtime: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eastern (-4 GMT) Tuesday, March 27th The DDO...

Mar 27, 2018

  We unbox the new 1500 The New World Game From DVG Games...

Mar 27, 2018

  Cheapass Games today launched a Kickstarter campaign for Girl Genius: The Works, a unique strategy card game set in the world of Girl Genius! In Girl Genius: The Works, each card is a cog in a giant machine made up of a twelve-card tableau. On their turn, players flip, spin, and “pop” cards, which interact in different ways. Depending on the...

Mar 27, 2018

  You know the name Wyrmwood, and the high end wooden accessories that they make. They know offer a table as well, which they first showed off at Gen Con 50 last year.   The table seats up to 12 and has a two sided playing surface, an internal mechanical lift that adjusts the table’s depth, and a dual rail magnetic game accessory system. Your table is...

Mar 26, 2018

  The Strong recently received a donation of thousands of artifacts, including first-edition strategy and simulation games, wargames, and role-playing games that explore a pivotal time in game development before the computer age. The artifacts constitute the single largest gift the to the museum’s collection and include more than 4,000 games and nearly...

Mar 26, 2018

  Arlington is proud to be home of the University of Texas at Arlington, Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys and the WNBA’s Wings. But now the City has its sights set on a different but rapidly growing corner of the sports entertainment market – competitive gaming. The City of Arlington is excited to announce plans for a state-of-the-art esports stadium designed...

Mar 26, 2018

  Back in the day, every mall had a KB Toys, it was amazing, the D&D Section was second to none! Well, at least at mine, The retailer, is looking to make a comeback to the US market in the wake of the liquidation of Toys R Us. Founded in 1922, KB Toys closed for business in 2009. However, almost ten years later, the retailer has declared its plans to...

Mar 25, 2018

  Tiny Rebel Games Ltd. announced that Doctor Who Infinity will be released worldwide in Spring 2018, under official license from BBC Worldwide. The new game is being funded as a joint effort between the Welsh Government’s Media Investment Budget and British game publisher/developer Double Eleven Limited. It is being developed in close collaboration with...

Mar 25, 2018

  Gen Con is thrilled to feature three incredible artists from within the Art Show who have contributed to the industry and exemplify what the Art Show is all about. Featured artists will have a designated area within the Art Show with larger display space so you can experience more of their work. Be sure to stop by and introduce yourselves, get to know...

Mar 24, 2018

  There is a brand new trailer featuring the assembled X-force, that will be seen in the new Deadpool 2 movie. This is the first trailer, where we get to see some action from the movie as well, and it’s a “Redband” trailer so make sure the kids are out of the room, as this is one is NSFW but full of the great one-liners from...

Mar 24, 2018

    It’s the most sought-after invitation of the year: Dinoton Abbey for high tea. Now you’re all gussied up in your finery and ready for some tea and chit-chat. One problem: You can’t remember anyone’s name. Who’s that, sporting the fancy brooch with her pet chicken? Is that Jeannine? Beatriz? Oh, dear. If you’re not careful, you’ll commit a faux pas...

Mar 24, 2018

  The world’s biggest hobby board game company wants to take on  Hollywood. Asmodee – the colossal publisher that owns Fantasy Flight, Days of Wonder, Catan Studio, and more – has announced the opening of a new Entertainment division focused on adapting its tabletop franchises as feature films, TV shows, comic books and graphic novels.    ...

Mar 23, 2018

  WizKids wants you to take your spell casting to the next level, with a new set of miniutares designed to bring life to your magic.   Dungeons & Dragons – Spell Effects: Arcane Fury & Divine Might is a pre-painted collection depicting: 1 – Arcane Gate 1 – Bigby’s Clenched Fist 1 – Bigby’s Forceful Hand 1 – Bigby’s Grasping Hand 1 – Cloud of...

Mar 23, 2018

  A few of the former Geek Chic employees have created a new company in hopes of not repeating the formers mistake. Right now, Bandpass Designs only has 1 table to choose from, but it’s pretty darn amazing looking.     The table includes all the features you could want, like dice trays, components trays, cards slots, recessed play surface,...

Mar 21, 2018

  On the show this week we talk about Mimics and reminisce about Toys R Us.   Audio Only Listen And Download Link   http://subvertedmadness.com/ddo/playersnews/DPN171.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (63.2MB)   YouTube Watch Links     Game News The Mimic Hunt Has Returned Downtime Notice: Tuesday, March 20th 9:00 AM...

Mar 20, 2018

  One of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers, today proudly announces that “Atari VCS” is the official name of its new retro-inspired gaming and entertainment platform, previously known by its working title “Ataribox.” Atari will be sharing the Atari VCS, Classic Joystick and Modern Controller prototypes...

Mar 20, 2018

  Dice, we all love them, and need plenty of sets, you know for one they are bad and you have punish them? Right? Just me? I’m going to unbox a few set’s from Kraken Dice. Look for a full review coming soon....

Mar 18, 2018

  This year Gen Con is partnering with two incredible organizations in our charity efforts. One, as always, is local and supports our Indianapolis community, the other, supports our gaming community. Please welcome Second Helpings and the Jack Vasel Memorial Fund as Gen Con’s 2018 Charity Partners. Funds raised during this year’s convention...

Mar 16, 2018

  French developer Headbang Club has unleashed an all-new trailer for the post-apocalyptic, zombie-slayin’ rhythm shoot-em-up Double Kick Heroes, digging into the Robert Rodriguez-inspired backstory behind all the heavy metal mayhem.   Merging face-melting heavy metal rhythm riffs with a high-octane, zombie-crushing shoot ’em up, Double...