The game offers a distinct take on both folk horror and fantasy RPGs, focusing on the lives of ordinary medieval villagers rather than traditional adventurers or heroes. Players take on roles such as blacksmiths, shepherds, and midwives, striving to protect their community from an unnatural terror born of war. The narrative balances the quiet, everyday moments of village life with the looming threat of a monstrous presence, creating a blend of survival, resilience, and difficult choices.

Originally created as a one-page RPG for Itch.io’s 2024 One-Page RPG Jam, Pitchfork Extended has been expanded into a 16-page A5 zine for ZineQuest. This new edition refines the game’s OGREISH framework, a D6 dice pool system designed for intuitive, conversation-driven gameplay. The mechanics are easy to learn but robust enough to support immersive, long-lasting stories.

The gameplay revolves around a three-phase cycle: narration, challenge, and outcome. Players describe their actions, face challenges influenced by environmental and situational elements called “facets,” and resolve outcomes based on dice rolls. These outcomes range from triumphant successes to catastrophic failures, each shaping the ongoing narrative. Facets, such as weather, terrain, and relationships, add depth to the gameplay, ensuring that every decision carries weight.

Set in the war-torn Lower Princedoms, Pitchfork Extended explores themes of survival, community, and defiance in the face of overwhelming odds. The game draws inspiration from works like The Witcher, Bloodborne, and Midsommar, but it distinguishes itself by focusing on the quiet heroism of ordinary people. Players must uncover signs of the monster’s presence—tracks in the fields, missing livestock, unnatural growls—while grappling with the weight of their choices and the fragility of their community.

The zine includes expanded lore, core rules, village creation tools, monster design guidelines, and villager playbooks. Backers will also receive downloadable resources such as village sheets, monster sheets, and facet sheets to streamline gameplay. Stretch goals will expand the zine to 20 or 24 pages, adding more illustrations and content, with higher funding tiers potentially including a bonus monster-hunt playset titled Shadow of Salt.

With 27 days left in the campaign, there is still time to support this unique RPG and be part of its journey.

The Heart Attack RPG will allow players to step into the roles of Variants, navigating a dystopian society while using their powers to challenge an authoritarian regime. The game aims to incorporate the action, drama, and moral complexity of the original comic series into its gameplay.

Mark MacKinnon, President of Dyskami Publishing Company said the following about the project:

“The themes and topics explored in the Heart Attack comic makes for a powerful and poignant RPG game setting. Variants take a stance against an oppressive authoritarian regime – fighting the power with powers. I am thrilled that we have an opportunity to add Heart Attack and its perfect blend of action, drama, and unexpected consequences to our game offerings.”

The game will feature a dual-stat system, combining Dyskami’s Tri-Stat System, known for its adaptability in handling superpowered characters, with the narrative-driven Powered by the Apocalypse framework. This approach is designed to offer players flexibility in how they engage with the game’s mechanics and storytelling.

A Kickstarter campaign for the Heart Attack RPG is scheduled to launch in April 2025. Backers will have early access to a core rulebook, a game screen, and other accessories before the game’s official release in late 2025.

The partnership coincides with the continued expansion of the Heart Attack franchise. Skybound Entertainment, which published the original graphic novel, is collaborating with Fuji TV to produce an eight-episode Japanese-language live-action drama series based on the comic. The series is set to premiere in March 2025 on Fuji TV on Demand (FOD) in Japan, with international distribution managed by Cineflix.

For more information about the Heart Attack RPG and its upcoming Kickstarter campaign, visit Dyskami Publishing Company’s official website.

The first book, Svilland: Lost Lands of Orfhal, introduces a new region called Orfhal, described as a harsh and dangerous landscape. Players will explore a desolate area abandoned by the gods, where the Hersir of War, Sevvi, seeks to unite the tribes of Orfhal while facing the return of their former leader, Odd. The book will provide details on Orfhal’s locations, inhabitants, and history, along with over 50 new monsters inspired by Norse mythology. It will also include two new D&D 5E classes—the primal warrior Hamramr and the mystical guide Herald—as well as new archetypes and heritages for character customization.

The second book, Svilland: At the Heart of Frost, is an adventure book designed for characters ranging from level 3 to level 12. The story revolves around two rival warbands—one from Svilland and one from Orfhal—engaged in a series of conflicts. Players will experience the narrative from two distinct perspectives, allowing for multiple playthroughs before the storylines converge in a climactic finale. This structure aims to offer varied gameplay experiences for different groups.

DRS Publishing’s announcement follows their recent ENNIE Award nomination for Corpus Malicious, a supplement in their Corpus series for D&D 5E. The company is also collaborating with Hero Concept on a Svilland video game, further expanding the setting’s reach.

To support the release of Lost Lands of Orfhal and At the Heart of Frost, DRS Publishing will launch a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign on March 18th. Backers will have the opportunity to purchase the new books, as well as existing titles in the Svilland series. Those interested can sign up now for updates on the campaign.

The adventure is set in the Inn of Ill Omen, a struggling establishment facing an unusual crisis: a mysterious and overwhelming stench that is driving away customers. Players take on the role of an adventuring party tasked with uncovering the source of the odor. Their investigation leads them through dark forests, deep caves, and into the midst of a goblin cult that worships a dismembered but still-living troll.

The adventure offers multiple paths for players to resolve the situation. They may choose to confront the troll’s semi-sentient limbs, negotiate with the goblin cult, or even reassemble the troll and form an alliance. The outcome depends on the choices made by the players and the creativity of the game master.

Something Rotten is a 48-page, full-color A5 zine that includes tools and resources for both players and game masters. It features creature profiles, mechanics for handling the troll’s limbs, and tables for generating unique goblin cults. The zine also contains side quests, hidden secrets, magic items, and additional content to extend the adventure beyond the main storyline. The adventure is designed to last between two to five sessions, depending on the level of exploration and interaction pursued by the players.

The project is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter until March 5th. Backers can choose between a digital PDF version or a physical zine, with all physical copies including a free digital download. The creators have indicated that the writing and most of the illustrations are complete, with a planned release in summer 2025 if funding goals are met.

Troll in the Well, the team behind Something Rotten, is a writer-illustrator duo based in Leeds, UK. Their shared interest in quirky fantasy and TTRPGs has led to the development of this debut project, which they hope will appeal to both new and experienced players.

Monster Vault 2 introduces over 300 new monsters, including various demons and undead. The book also introduces “monster bundles”, which are groups of related creatures (such as frost giants and winter wolves) designed to create balanced encounters for any tier of play.

Backers at the $29 level or higher will receive the Field Guide to Monster Harvesting, a companion volume detailing how to gather and use materials from creatures featured in Monster Vault 1 and 2. These materials can be used to enhance spells and provide benefits during gameplay. Examples include using void essence to increase a spell’s effectiveness or a unicorn horn to improve healing. Additional stretch goals will expand the guide with more materials and items.

Monster Vault 2 will be available in print, PDF, and virtual tabletop (VTT) formats. Both regular and limited editions are offered. Additionally, backers will receive an STL file to 3D print a Sporeborn monster from the original Monster Vault.

The expansion introduces a campaign mode that allows players to experience a connected, three-act narrative, blending flexibility and storytelling. With the ability to pair any combination of Elder Ones and Episodes, this mode creates a unique experience with every playthrough. Alongside this new gameplay structure, Forbidden Reaches includes fresh content, including investigators, episodes, and monsters, as well as new mechanics like investigator skills and location effects, adding further depth to the game.

A highlight of this release is the inclusion of a crossover featuring Godzilla, which introduces the legendary monster to the game and provides a unique twist to the gameplay.

The crowdfunding campaign has surpassed $1.5 million, far exceeding its initial $300,000 goal within minutes of launching.

Players step into the role of a daring adventurer, navigating through dungeons filled with enemies, traps, and treasures. The gameplay revolves around a unique dice system that governs character abilities, combat strategies, and exploration, offering a balance of accessibility and depth. Each decision is shaped by the roll of the dice.

The game’s design emphasizes replayability, with every room presenting new events and encounters. The dungeons evolve with every playthrough, introducing fresh challenges and surprises. Upcoming features, such as the “Unknown Chamber,” promise to expand the game’s variety even further.

As a print-and-play game, Roll 4 Ruins offers a quick setup, allowing players to start their adventures without the need for extensive components or preparation. The focus on solo play and strategic decision-making makes it a compelling option for fans of dungeon-crawling games looking for a flexible and creative experience.

Roll 4 Ruins is now live on Kickstarter. For more information or to support the campaign, visit Kickstarter: Roll 4 Ruins.

Bebal-Ki-Menar is a vast clockwork world inhabited by Artificial Heroes, robotic beings with advanced augmentations and the potential for human-like qualities. This setting incorporates intricate societal systems and martial disciplines shaped by its technological foundation. Naraka, in contrast, is an underworld ruled by the Asura, powerful fallen beings who grant the Damned Heroes incredible abilities at a significant cost. The expansion explores themes of power, morality, and transformation through these character types.

The Acid & Steel supplement will be released as a hardcover book with over 200 pages of content, including new techniques, bestiaries, and tools for creating customized settings within these worlds. The book’s visual design includes black-and-white artwork from Kazuki David, reflecting the tone of the game.

The Kickstarter campaign for Acid & Steel launches on December 1, providing an opportunity for fans to support the project and receive a copy of the supplement. A free quickstart adventure is available on DriveThruRPG for those looking to experience the game before the expansion’s release.

Players take on the role of herds, with each herd representing a specific dinosaur species. The game is driven by a combination of Herd, Predator, and Prey cards. Predators attack, while Prey cards can be sacrificed to bolster defenses, adding a layer of resource management and tactical decision-making. Survival depends on using these cards wisely, with the added pressure of a Countdown Clock that dictates the pace and progression of the game. To win, all herds must survive, emphasizing the semi-cooperative nature of the experience.

The gameplay features a mix of familiar dinosaurs like Triceratops and Brontosaurus, while predators such as Allosaurus and T-Rex bring a sense of danger to every turn. The visual design is enhanced by large, tarot-sized cards that showcase detailed illustrations, drawing players into the tension-filled atmosphere of the prehistoric world.

Wet Ink Games is also expanding the game’s scope with an optional addition, the Epoch Environments Expansion. This introduces new gameplay elements, including environmental effects that alter strategies and offer fresh challenges. It also brings additional herds and creatures into the mix.

The Kickstarter runs until December 8. Full details, including updates on gameplay mechanics and features, can be found on the campaign page.

The Lore Keeper system is a central feature of Tenebris Realm, allowing for shared game and story leadership among players. Groups can rotate roles, tailor gameplay to their preferences, and carry characters between campaigns, maintaining their progression and experiences. The game uses a classless, point-based system that supports a variety of playstyles and prioritizes storytelling milestones over traditional combat-based leveling.

Players in Tenebris Realm can create custom spells, equipment, and inventions using the Attunement system. This system is designed to allow for detailed personalization, enabling players to craft unique items, abilities, and characters. The game accommodates different preferences, whether incorporating realistic physics or focusing more on narrative-driven mechanics

The game is set in Esterin, a world blending elements of high fantasy and science fiction. Players can choose from 14 starting species and explore 20 diverse locations, each offering distinct opportunities for adventure. Locations include the mysterious Drowned City, the gladiatorial pits of Lyeria, and the magical spires of Mistmoore, providing a variety of settings for exploration and storytelling.

Tenebris Realm encourages players to contribute to the evolving world by sharing their creations and stories. This approach allows for shared narratives and the expansion of the game’s lore through collective input from the community.

Goldleaf Games is currently working on getting ready for a Kickstarter launch, and interested parties can sign up at the official website to be notified when Tenebris Realm launches.