The ripple effects of recent import tariffs continue to be felt across the tabletop gaming industry. The latest to announce adjustments is Catalyst Game Labs, the publisher behind beloved franchises like BattleTech and Shadowrun. The company has revealed price increases on its non-book products, a direct consequence of unexpected and substantial im
The Nominations Are In! Unveiling the 2025 Spiel des Jahres Contenders
The board game world buzzed with excitement on May 20, 2025, as the highly anticipated nominations for the prestigious 2025 Spiel des Jahres, the German “Game of the Year” award, were officially unveiled. Alongside the main award, the nominees for the Kennerspiel des Jahres (Enthusiasts’ Game of the Year) and Kinderspiel des Jahre
Cephalofair’s Gloomhaven 2E Breaks Free from Tariff Tangle, But Surcharges Loom
Good news for eager backers of Gloomhaven 2nd Edition! Cephalofair Games has announced that the highly anticipated product, previously held captive in China by the staggering 145% tariffs, is finally on the move. This development brings a sigh of relief to a community that has been anxiously awaiting their copies of the behemoth dungeon-crawler. Th
Tariff Troubles Force Super7 Layoffs, Highlighting Industry-Wide Impact
The collectible toy industry, a vibrant space fueled by nostalgia and intricate craftsmanship, is currently grappling with a significant economic blow. Super7, a beloved company known for its retro-inspired action figures and pop culture memorabilia, has announced substantial layoffs across 16 states, a direct consequence of the recent and erratic
Clash of the Titans: Battle Monsters Brings Kaiju Mayhem to Your Tabletop
Prepare for an earth-shattering showdown as Battle Monsters, a reimagined take on the classic ’90s Games Workshop board game Battle Masters, is now on Kickstarter, with 14 days to go as of this posting. This isn’t just a nostalgic trip; it’s an epic collision of colossal beasts, as Battle Monsters proudly presents an officially l