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Solve Riddles in the Dark: Grand Gamers Guild Announces New Hobbit Escape Game!

Get ready to test your wits against the most cunning creature in the caves! Grand Gamers Guild has just announced an exciting new licensing partnership with Asmodee and Middle-earth Enterprises™ to bring us a brand new tabletop experience: The Hobbit: Riddles in the Dark™.

Serving as the latest entry in their popular 18Escape line of compact, narrative-driven puzzle games, this new title promises to bring a classic piece of Middle-earth lore to your game night.

What is The Hobbit: Riddles in the Dark?

If you're a fan of J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, you already know the iconic, nail-biting riddle contest between Bilbo Baggins and Gollum. This game reimagines that exact encounter as an escape room-style adventure. Whether you are braving the goblin tunnels solo or forming a fellowship with friends, you'll need sharp puzzle-solving skills to survive.

Game Stats at a Glance:

  • Player Count: 1+ players
  • Age Range: 13 and up
  • Playtime: Approximately 60 minutes
  • Design & Art: Designed by Jonathan Chaffer with stunning illustrations by Kwanchai Moriya.

A Precious Milestone for the 18Escape Line

The 18Escape series is already a massive hit, boasting 20 titles across the Holiday Hijinks and Endangered Rescue lines with over 77,000 units in print. However, The Hobbit: Riddles in the Dark marks a major milestone: it is the very first title in the series to incorporate a major licensed intellectual property.

When and Where Can You Get It?

If you're making the trek to PAX Unplugged 2026 in early December, you are in luck! The game will make its official debut at the convention, with a wide retail release to follow shortly after. Keep an eye out—you won't want to miss this one, precious!

About the Teams Behind the Magic

  • Grand Gamers Guild: The largest of the small indie publishers, known for an eclectic catalog that includes hits like Endeavor: Deep Sea and the cooperative hit Endangered.
  • Asmodee: A global leader in tabletop gaming, bringing immersive experiences like CATAN® and Ticket to Ride® to players in over 100 countries.
  • Middle-earth Enterprises™: The exclusive worldwide rights holder for merchandise and services inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, dedicated to preserving the legacy of the world's leading fantasy IP.

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