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Hasbro reportedly canceled the D&D action game led by Giant Skull and former God of War director Stig Asmussen, with the studio now seeking a new publishing deal; Wizards of the Coast/Hasbro’s other D&D digital projects, including Warlock: D&D and Exodus, remain in development for a 2027 release.
Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast reportedly canceled Giant Skull's big-budget, single-player D&D game led by God of War 3 director Stig Asmussen after a cost reassessment; announced about a year ago, it was scrapped less than a year later, while other Wizards projects like Exodus continue development for 2027.
Wizards of the Coast has terminated its publishing agreement with Giant Skull, canceling a Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game. Hasbro says it decided not to pursue Giant Skull's early concept but will consider future proposals, and Giant Skull founder Stig Asmussen says talks with Hasbro and others are ongoing. The move comes amid Wizards of the Coast’s broader reorganization, including the closure of Atomic Arcade; Giant Skull is staffed by veterans from EA’s Respawn Studio.
Hasbro's Wizards of the Coast reportedly canceled Stig Asmussen's single-player D&D action-adventure at Giant Skull less than a year after it was announced; Bloomberg says WotC pulled the plug on the early concept, though the studio can still pitch other projects, and Hasbro's broader D&D lineup—exodus, Warlock, and other initiatives—continues underway as part of a large push into video games.
Wizards of the Coast is launching an official D&D actual-play TV series, Dungeon Masters, with Jasmine Bhullar as DM and a cast including Mayanna Berrin, Christian Navarro, Neil Newbon, and Devora Wilde. The first two episodes drop on YouTube on April 22 at 6:30 p.m. PT, with weekly episodes and a tie-in to Ravenloft: The Horrors Within releasing June 16. After each episode, viewers can play official D&D content on D&D Beyond; the production features an original score by David Arkenstone and a high-end set with a dice cam, signaling a push to broaden the actual-play audience beyond longtime fans.
Wizards of the Coast is reportedly seeking a TRPG Publishing Lead to oversee externally developed D&D content, signaling a potential shift to outsourcing future D&D books to third-party publishers. The move may be driven by internal team restructuring, a new franchise-style branding approach, and a ramping up of third-party collaborations after past caution with D&D Beyond, though details on scope, books affected, and timeline remain unclear.
Glass Cannon Network, a prominent TTRPG actual‑play group since 2015, differentiates itself by avoiding D&D in favor of a broad slate of games (Pathfinder, Blades in the Dark, Traveller, Call of Cthulhu, etc.). To boost brand awareness, it’s taking Call of Cthulhu Live on a nine‑city tour, pairing Lovecraftian horror with rotating casts and live performances, as the team aims to grow an audience beyond fellow D&D fans.
Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks says Magic: The Gathering and D&D will not incorporate generative AI into their pipelines or products, reinforcing anti-AI guidelines after public backlash over AI-generated artwork in 2023. He notes he personally uses AI in his home games, but official content will remain human-driven for these brands.
Wizards of the Coast unveiled Dungeons & Dragons’ 2026 roadmap centered on three Seasons: Horror (April–June) headlined by Ravenloft: The Horrors Within, plus the Tarokka Deck, the Horrors Within DM Screen, and a Map Pack; Magic (July–September) anchored by Arcana Unleashed and Arcana Unleashed: Deadfall, plus D&D Reference Card Decks and Organized Play; and Champions (October–December) with a season’s anchor product to be announced. Ravenloft content includes new horror-themed subclasses and Dark Gift feats, with release timing and pricing: Ravenloft core ($59.99) available for preorder April 13; Tarokka Deck ($24.99); Horrors Within DM Screen ($24.99); Map Pack ($24.99); Arcana Unleashed core ($49.99) and Deadfall ($29.99) in September; Reference Card Decks releasing in August.
The Baldur’s Gate franchise is being adapted into a TV series led by Craig Mazin, with Larian Studios not directly involved. The show will take place after Baldur’s Gate 3’s events, drawing on the world’s lore but following new storylines, and Mazin plans to consult with BG3’s cast ideas and have input from Larian as the adaptation moves forward. The IP is owned by Wizards of the Coast (Hasbro).
Wizards of the Coast announced a Roll for Initiative Superdrop featuring seven new Secret Lair drops themed around D&D, set to launch February 9 and fully spoiled in advance. The lineup includes Shadowheart’s Devotion, Gale’s Ambition, Black Lights & Dark Dungeons, Shadows Over Baldur’s Gate, Strahd’s Descent, Whispers in Candlekeep, and Lands of the Forgotten Realms—each offering a mix of new cards and valuable reprints (from Ancient Bronze Dragon and Personal Tutor to Counterspell and Prosper). Total value varies by drop, with several high-value reprints and staples that could appeal to both collectors and Commander players. The rollout follows community backlash to a prior Chaos Vault release, and Wizards appears to be aiming to rebuild goodwill with strong, value-forward drops.
Wizards of the Coast announces the Secret Lair Roll for Initiative Superdrop, a seven-card D&D-themed MTG crossover releasing February 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM PT (pre-queue starts at 8:00 AM PT). Each drop is priced at non-foil $29.99 and foil $39.99, with various bundles like The All Dice Cast Bundle, Chromatic Dragon's Hoard, and Bag of Holding. Orders over $99 ship free for single orders, and buyers can glimpse card contents before checkout; the drop lineup includes Shadowheart's Devotion, Gale's Ambition, Black Lights & Dark Dungeons, Shadows Over Baldur's Gate, Whispers in Candlekeep, Strahd's Descent, and Lands of the Forgotten Realms, among others.
An extensive sale on isometric CRPGs is ongoing on Steam and GOG until August 18, featuring discounts up to 85% on titles like Solasta: Crown of the Magister, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, and Pathfinder: Kingmaker, along with other popular games such as Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader and Disco Elysium.
The classic Dungeons and Dragons game 'The Temple of Elemental Evil,' based on a 2003 Troika Games title and the original Gygax module, is being re-released on Steam in September by SNEG, allowing players to relive a beloved Greyhawk adventure with updated preservation efforts, despite some past controversy over its inclusion of LGBTQ+ characters.
Wizards of the Coast is releasing new D&D Forgotten Realms books, 'Heroes of Faerûn' and 'Adventures in Faerûn,' featuring updated art, new character options, and adventures, with a visual style connected to recent core rulebooks and a focus on the setting's rich history across novels and video games.