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Open Owl Studios Announces Storyfold: Buried Truths

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The second game in the acclaimed Storyfold series brings players to Sun Haven for a solo narrative mystery of family, secrets, and a town that never lets go. Kelowna, British Columbia — Open Owl Studios today announced Storyfold: Buried Truths , the second title in its innovative Storyfold series of solo narrative adventure games. The highly anticipated tabletop game is officially coming to Kickstarter in November 2026 . The Mystery of Sun Haven Declan swore he'd never go back to Sun Haven. Then his father died, and the case files hidden in his desk followed him home. Some things you don't choose — you just inherit them. Teaming up with local journalist Naomi, Declan digs into his father's unfinished work, a trail of unauthorized investigations that ends with a body at the Triple J Ranch. The town he left without looking back is the one place he can't outrun. A Collaborative Design Storyfold: Buried Truths is being designed by Open Owl Stud...

Open Owl Studios Announces Storyfold: Buried Truths

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The second game in the acclaimed Storyfold series brings players to Sun Haven for a solo narrative mystery of family, secrets, and a town that never lets go. Kelowna, British Columbia — Open Owl Studios today announced Storyfold: Buried Truths , the second title in its innovative Storyfold series of solo narrative adventure games. The highly anticipated tabletop game is officially coming to Kickstarter in November 2026 . The Mystery of Sun Haven Declan swore he'd never go back to Sun Haven. Then his father died, and the case files hidden in his desk followed him home. Some things you don't choose — you just inherit them. Teaming up with local journalist Naomi, Declan digs into his father's unfinished work, a trail of unauthorized investigations that ends with a body at the Triple J Ranch. The town he left without looking back is the one place he can't outrun. A Collaborative Design Storyfold: Buried Truths is being designed by Open Owl Stud...

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

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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 u...

Introducing Codenames: Expansion Packs

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A new product line for the Codenames family, launching with three packs. We're excited to welcome an entirely new addition to Codenames—Codenames Expansion Packs! We are launching the product line with three themed packs: Sci-Fi , Fairy Tales , and Cute Critters , each one opening the door to fresh twists, new themes, and even more “aha!” moments at the table. Codenames Expansion Packs are bite-sized mini expansions designed to let players mix things up with new words or images. The Sci-Fi and Fairy Tales Expansion Packs each bring 50 carefully curated themed words, perfect for adding a splash of flavor to your next game of Codenames or Codenames: Duet. They also include 3 new agent tiles (2 for Codenames, 1 for Duet) and 4 themed pictures to customize your Codenames: Pictures even further. Looking for something extra cute? The Cute Critters Expansion Pack delivers 40 unique animal images, adding variety and charm to Codenames: Pictures. Ready to ...

Pampero: Project Verne Drives Sustainable Mobility Even Further

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Project Verne: A New Chapter for Pampero APE Games has announced Pampero: Project Verne , a major expansion for Fabio Lopiano’s acclaimed renewable‑energy Eurogame Pampero is releasing on Kickstarter January 27th . While the base game focuses on Uruguay’s transition to clean energy, Project Verne shifts the spotlight to how that energy powers transportation systems. The expansion introduces new systems centered on green hydrogen and low‑emission mobility . Players integrate these technologies into their existing networks, balancing infrastructure, timing, and long‑term planning. New boards and modules expand Pampero’s route and scoring systems. Award‑Winning Roots Pampero already carries an impressive pedigree, including Best Euro Boardgame at UK Games Expo 2024 , a Lys Expert Award finalist position in 2025, and the Dice Tower Seal of Excellence . Project Verne builds on that foundation ...

Nature: Card-Based Strategy Game of Predators and Adaptation Now on Steam

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Boise, Idaho  – NorthStar Digital Games has officially announced that the digital adaptation of Nature , which has been called the most anticipated board game of the year , that the Arctic Tundra Module joins the Flight and Jurassic Modules in Steam on  January 26th, 2026 . The game is being featured in Steam's board game fest and is on sale.  The fully featured base game was released on November 5, 2025,  in an industry first, the digital game releasing right after its cardboard counterpart. In Nature , players take the lead in guiding their species through a dynamic, shifting ecosystem. The world is one of scarce food and ever-present predators, requiring a card-based strategy to adapt species and ensure their survival. Following the modular design of the physical game, the digital version allows for expansions to be added and combined, ensuring a fresh and varied ecosystem every time you play. The game will offer a full campaign, cust...

Flamecraft: Duals Retail Launc

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Flamecraft: Duals Hits Stores January 28! The world of Flamecraft expands with a new 2-player standalone game January 19, 2026 – Cardboard Alchemy and Lucky Duck Games are excited to announce that the world of artisan dragons is growing! On January 28, 2026 , the highly anticipated 2-player standalone game Flamecraft: Duals will arrive at retail stores worldwide. A New Way to Duel Flamecraft: Duals reimagines the cozy charm of the original hit game into a competitive, strategic experience designed specifically for two players. With a streamlined playtime of approximately 30 minutes, it packs deep decision-making into a travel-friendly package. In this new title, players vie for the title of "Master of Flamecraft" by navigating the town, gathering resources, and activating powerful enchantments. The new "inside/outside" shop mechanic adds a layer of t...

HotShot Pickleball @hspickleball is Live on @kickstarter

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Pick Your Pickle and Prepare for Puns: Pickleball's Board Game Just Launched. A fast, fun, irreverent board game that celebrates the joy of Pickleball. Fans of silly puns, pickles, and fast-paced games alike have a new game to add to their list of must-haves: HotShot Pickleball. This delightful card-drawing board game is quick to learn and gives a surprising amount of opportunity to lightly strategize as you race to the ball and attempt to hit it back over the net to your opponent. The debut release from indie studio Midnight Trading Co., HotShot Pickleball was made while game designer Robert Gelb was recovering from an Achilles injury sustained, ironically, by playing Pickleball. For those who haven’t heard of pickleball, it's the fastest-growing sport in the world, with over 32 million players last year. HotShot Pickleball is a lively, family-friendly game that combines the fun of the sport with a cast of quirky, pickle-themed characters like Stew Cumber, Kim Chee, and Corni...

Bardsung: Tale of the Forsaken Glade by Steamforged Games Coming Soon to Gamefound

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Steamforged Games , leading tabletop games studio and publisher (ELDEN RING: The Board Game, Euthia: Torment of Resurrection, Epic Encounters , Monster Hunter World: The Board Game , the Resident Evil™ board games, and more) , announces a brand new standalone  Bardsung campaign game, Tale of the Forsaken Glade, coming soon to Gamefound . Bardsung: Tale of the Forsaken Glade remasters the gameplay of the first ENNIE award-winning game for an all-new campaign. Players enter a decaying forest realm, once home to gods but now corrupted by a vile black dragon. Starting with a single tile, they will navigate its labyrinthine woods, facing twisted fae, dragon-warped cultists, and warring factions during their quest to save the forest from annihilation. The Forsaken Glade offers deep quests, evolving storylines, and branching paths. With procedurally generated maps, no two campaigns are the same, offering myriad opportunities for exploration and strategy. Players will face stunning and g...

StarDriven: Gateway by Rock Manor Games Coming Soon to Gamefound

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In a future without energy scarcity, an ancient yet advanced Gateway has been discovered in independent space. Rock Manor Games  is thrilled to announce that the solo, co-op, and competitive 1-4 player board game StarDriven Gateway, will be launching on Gamefound on   October 1st .  We’re commemorating the launch with an animated Saturday Morning cartoon style video to give everyone a taste of the world. The StarDriven universe was originally conceived on a long drive to the Origins Expo over 5 years ago by Todd Walsh ( Set a Watch  series) and Mike Gnade ( Maximum Apocalypse ,  Lawyer Up ). StarDriven: Gateway is the first of 3 planned games in the universe and features incredibly unique and innovative gameplay that thrusts players into the role of commanding the Crew of a Starship. Unlike most games in the genre, each Crew card is unique and your ship is controlled by assigning them to the individual stations. With the discovery of ancient advanced technolo...

P3 Paints by Steamforged Games Coming Soon to Kickstarter

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UK-based tabletop gaming creator and publisher, Steamforged Games, has announced the relaunch of the acclaimed P3 paints range. P3 paints have long been popular with hobby miniature painting enthusiasts and will be relaunched by Steamforged Games on Kickstarter this September 10th. Previously known as ‘Formula P3’, P3 paints were first designed for use with tabletop miniatures in 2006. Originally developed by Privateer Press, P3 paints became a fast favourite among miniature painters for their rich pigmentation, smooth consistency, silky brush feel, and ease of control when painting. The creamy consistency of P3 paints made them ideal to work with for beginners and advanced painters alike. With a broad spectrum of unique colours ideal for bringing a wide range of tabletop gaming miniatures to life, P3 paints have enjoyed a great reputation as a reliable choice for hobbyists seeking professional results. The P3 brand was taken on by Steamforged Games as part of its acquisition of severa...

Wacky Wizard Games Imprint and Three New Games Announced by Wise Wizard Games

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Wise Wizard Games announced the launch of Wacky Wizard Games, a new brand imprint focused on family-friendly, lightweight games. Three games are planned for release in 2024 as part of this new brand imprint: Star Realms Academy, Caution Signs, and Pack the Essentials. If you are interested and attending PAX Unplugged they will have prototypes of Caution Signs and Pack the Essentials. "We are super excited to be adding this new family friendly product line to our catalog. We wanted to maintain the focus of Wise Wizard Games on strategy card and dice games with geeky themes, and have created Wacky Wizard Games as an umbrella for lightweight games with a more whimsical, cute vibe," shared Debbie Moynihan, COO of Wise Wizard Games. Star Realms Academy Forge your own star realms, overloaded with cuteness! A kid friendly but still fun for grown-ups version of the popular Star Realms deckbuilding game for 2 players. A little less math, no reading necessary, but still tons of fun! ...

District Noir by Pandasaurus Games Coming Soon

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Pandasaurus has announced a new 2 player set collection game District Noir is coming this summer. Preorders will start on May 19th with retail release planned for July 19th. District Noir was originally published in Japanese by Taikikennai Games in 2016 as Throne and Grail. It was then published in 2019 as Chocolate Factory by Nasza Księgarnia in Polish. The current art and theme was published last year in French by Spiral Éditions. When the time is right, gain control! At the head of the city’s largest criminal organizations, men and women fight to control territories and gain support by trying every means possible to grow their influence. Control of the District Noir, a central and highly contested area, remains the major issue that will make all the difference in dominating the city. There are two paths to victory: win over District Noir's various supports, or directly control the city’s three strategic locations. Before players can claim these, they must be played to the c...

Gears of War The Card Game by Steamforged Games Coming Soon

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Steamforged Games announced in 2020 that they were teaming up with Xbox Game Studios and The Coalition to bring gamers Gears of War: The Card Game. Today they revealed the game will officially be released in 2023. Little has been revealed about the game beyond to teaser images of the new cards, and three colored decks hinting at separate factions. Description Gears of War: The Card Game offers an immersive way to enjoy Gears of War in a brand new format. In this story-driven campaign style game, the decisions you make in each narrative scenario have serious consequences on the battlefield in those that follow. Strike at the right moment, making your cards work together, fight together, and stand together and, if necessary, die together. Choose how to develop your force as you play through unique narrative scenarios, each with their own objective and terrain layout. Each win or loss will affect the contents of your deck in the next scenario, allowing success or failure to impact your ex...

Northgard: Uncharted Lands by Studio H and Hachette Games Coming Soon

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Northgard: Uncharted Lands is Hachette Games next big release, and is currently on the BoardGameGeek Hotness thanks to all the Kickstarter backers receiving their pledges. The Kickstarter campaign ran last year and raised over $500,000 with 8,000+ backers. Northgard: Uncharted Lands contains a streamlined 4X experience with deck-building elements, all set in the Viking world of the titular video game. The gameplay and strategies of the video game have been translated into approachable versions of some of the most involved board game mechanics, making it a game that bridges the interests of digital and analog players. What is 4X? Explore: Reveal additional map tiles to increase the play area. Expand: Increase your territory size by moving or battling across the map. Exploit: Gain resources and/or points from your territories. Exterminate: Battle other players and remove them from the map. About Based on the universe of the Northgard video game, Northgard: Uncharted Lands is a game ...

Ahoy by Leder Games Coming Soon

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  Leder Games announced their next 4 letter game Ahoy will be coming to retail this fall. Adventure on the high seas and play as one of 3 asymmetric factions; Bluefin Squadron , a company of sharks and their toothy friends, who keep order with shot and sword. Mollusk Union , an alliance of undersea creatures and their loyal comrades, who fight to reclaim their home. Smugglers , maverick captains who run blockades to deliver cargo to those with the most need—or coin. As you play, you’ll make a unique map full of treasure troves, dangerous wreckage, and mighty sea currents, using deluxe double-layer region tiles. About Ahoy is a lightly asymmetrical game where two to four players take the roles of swashbucklers and soldiers seeking Fame on the high seas. One player controls the Bluefin Squadron, a company of sharks and their toothy friends, who patrol these waters and keep order with shot and sword. Another player controls the Mollusk Union, an alliance of undersea creatures and thei...